The Treehouse

Game review

Released in 1991, The Treehouse stands out as an exceptional edutainment title targeted at pre-schoolers, specifically designed for children aged 5 to 8 years. This innovative game sets out to foster a positive attitude towards learning among first and second graders, while simultaneously introducing them to basic subjects that align with their school curriculum. Through a delightful and interactive environment, The Treehouse immerses children in a world filled with educational mini-games and activities, each ingeniously integrated into various objects within a virtual treehouse.

The Treehouse excels in its variety of educational content, covering a broad spectrum of subjects through engaging and entertaining games. One such game encourages children to expand their vocabulary, teaching them new words, guiding them in constructing sentences, and bringing those sentences to life through performances by whimsical bug actors. Another game ventures into elementary math, where kids practice arithmetic and coin recognition to cleverly navigate challenges posed by pirates. The exploration of the animal kingdom becomes an interactive journey as children place over ninety animals against different natural backdrops, watching with delight as the animals animate. This exploration culminates in What's My Animal?—a fun-filled game show where kids can showcase their knowledge of natural science.

Beyond the educational mini-games, The Treehouse also features a plethora of activity centers designed purely for entertainment, further enriching the game's educational value. In the Music Studio, children are given the freedom to explore their musical creativity, composing songs with a diverse array of instruments and styles at their fingertips. The theatre section offers an opportunity for imaginative play, allowing kids to create their own plays by selecting from a variety of characters, objects, and scenery, and even empowering them to write their movie scripts.