ZooKazoo is a new cartoon world for children ages 6 to 12, and its creators think they’ve done a job of creating a cute, Flash-based world for the youngest virtual-world. It was released just yesterday and worth a look.

The world is easy enough for kids to learn. They start by logging in with the permission of a parent. Then they pick an avatar from among a wide variety of colorful cartoon animals. They can play mini-games within the world, such as floating down a river and dodging rocks. Next, they get to wander into a lobby and learn how to type-chat. They can go to a post office to send one-way messages to people in the outside world (such as parents). The messages can be used to support a cause, like getting people to help the environment in honor of Earth Day

The world is pretty cute, but could it stands versus giants suck Neopets, Webkinz and Club Penguin?

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