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Dylan Monkey & Squishy Face iPad App Introduces the Scientific Method to PreschoolersLOS ANGELES --(Business Wire)-- Pham Kids, LLC, developer of "Dylan Monkey & Squishy Face," will follow the launch of their interactive children's storybook app with a campaign to engage preschool teachers across the U.S. To date, very few resources exist that expose children to the scientific method at an early age as this concept is usually taught in middle schools, and Pham Kids is looking to change that. Dylan Monkey & Squishy Face is an original story in which Dylan Monkey wants to make an extra set of hands for his baby brother. Subsequently, after "thinking and thinking" about how to do this, he embarks on a set of hypotheses, experiments, and analysis which ultimately bring him to the conclusion that the best option is to simply help his brother by using his own hands, as opposed to helping him "grow new hands." "Preschoolers are the perfect age to be exposed to the scientific mehod because they are naturally thinking outside of the box and constantly asking questions," remarked Creator Thuong Pham. "Our app encourages kids to ask questions, experiment, and be creative. Even if kids do not actually understand the depth of the scientific method, exposure to this way of thinking will stay with them as they develop." According to the recent CNN article "Why would-be engineers end up as English majors": Low graduation rates among science and math undergraduates affect how the United States competes globally, and fewer biology and math majors means fewer doctors and engineers later. Added Ms. Pham: "Perhaps teaching and encouraging children to ask questions and experiment early will have an impact on the decline of science and innovation in the U.S." Through August 2011, Pham Kids will connect with preschool teachers throughout the U.S., forming partnerships to utilize Dylan Monkey & Squishy Face in the classroom. All preschools to sign up for the program through August 2011 will receive a free download of the iPad app. "Dylan Monkey & Squishy Face" is currently available on iTunes for $2.99. To learn more about Pham Kids, LLC visit: www.DylanMonkey.com. About Pham Kids, LLC Pham Kids is the creator of "Dylan Monkey & Squishy Face" (http://www.DylanMonkey.com), an interactive children's storybook app for ages 2-6. The company creates original content and storylines and teaches creative-thinking, problem-solving, and social skills through the use of comedy and thought-provoking, relatable situations. Pham Kids combines a high-quality cartoon + original story + interactive book, and calls this new genre of children's edu-tainment "TouchToons."
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