Blue's 123 Time Activities
Third Blue's Clues game teaching math through point-and-click activities.
Blue's 123 Time Activities, an educational game from 1999, was both developed and published by Humongous Entertainment. It runs on Windows 95 and newer versions, as well as on Mac systems from System 7.5.3 (with PowerPC) up through Mac OS X Tiger. As the third title in the Blue's Clues video game series, it draws directly from the television show of the same name.
In this point-and-click game, players join Steve Burns, Blue, and their friends in activities that teach math concepts. The skills covered include measurement, estimation, weight, pattern recognition, and counting.
Critics praised the game for its approach and quality. SuperKids noted it taught math in a "pleasant, non-threatening way," while Review Corner highlighted its "excellent activities" and "good replay value." Allgame felt it captured the "flavor, feel, and tone" of the TV series. KidSource called it a "high-performance multimedia program," and Discovery Education found it both educational and entertaining. Sonic described it as "wonderful," and Parent's Choice deemed it "charming." A review from education professors at the University of Texas gave it a strong recommendation, and playtesters considered it a "great learning experience." Kids Domain praised the graphics and audio for faithfully emulating the show. The game also won the 1999/2000 BESSIE Award for Math.
- developer
- Humongous Entertainment
- publisher
- Humongous Entertainment
- release_year
- 1999
- platforms
- Windows 95 and above; System 7.5.3 (with PowerPC) to Mac OS X Tiger
- series
- Blue's Clues video game series (third game)
- genre
- Educational point-and-click game
- award
- 1999/2000 BESSIE Award for Math
Lore & Background
Blue's 123 Time Activities was released in 1999 as the third installment in the Blue's Clues video game series, itself based on the popular Blue's Clues television series. Developed and published by Humongous Entertainment, the game runs on Windows 95 and above, and on Mac systems from System 7.5.3 (with PowerPC) through Mac OS X Tiger. The game is an educational point-and-click title that teaches mathematics through fun activities, as players help Steve Burns, Blue, and their friends accomplish goals and tasks. Skills taught include measurement, estimation, weight, pattern, and counting.
Reader's Guide
Blue's 123 Time Activities holds significance as a well-received educational title that successfully translated the television series' interactive learning approach into a video game format. Critical reception was uniformly positive: SuperKids noted the game taught math in a 'pleasant, non-threatening way'; Review Corner praised its 'excellent activities' and 'good replay value'; Allgame stated it captured the 'flavor, feel, and tone' of the TV series; KidSource called it a 'high-performance multimedia program'; Discovery Education found it both educational and entertaining; Sonic described it as 'wonderful'; and Parent's Choice deemed it 'charming'. A review by education professors at the University of Texas highly recommended the title, and playtesters considered it a 'great learning experience'. Kids Domain praised the graphics and audio for emulating the TV series. The game won the 1999/2000 BESSIE Award for Math, cementing its legacy as a standout educational product of its era.
Did You Know?
- The game was the winner of the 1999/2000 BESSIE Award for Math.
- It is the third game in the Blue's Clues video game series.
- The game runs on Windows 95 and above, and on System 7.5.3 (with PowerPC) to Mac OS X Tiger.
- A review by education professors at the University of Texas highly recommended the title.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue's 123 Time Activities?
A 1999 educational point-and-click game developed and published by Humongous Entertainment, it lets players complete math-themed activities alongside Steve Burns, Blue, and their friends. The title is based on the Blue's Clues television series.
What math skills does Blue's 123 Time Activities teach?
The game covers counting, measurement, estimation, weight, and pattern recognition through interactive point-and-click tasks designed for young learners.
What platforms does Blue's 123 Time Activities support?
It was released for Windows 95 and later versions, as well as Mac systems running System 7.5.3 with PowerPC up through Mac OS X Tiger.
Who are the characters you interact with in Blue's 123 Time Activities?
Players join Steve Burns, Blue, and their friends as they work through the various math-focused activities together.
Where does Blue's 123 Time Activities rank in the Blue's Clues game series?
It is the third title released in the Blue's Clues video game line by Humongous Entertainment.
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