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Mokitown is a cartoon-like world built for children ages 8-12. Sponsored by DaimlerChrysler, Mokitown's goal is to educate its young members (called "mokis" - short for "mobile kids") about road and traffic safety through this shared social experience.

Mokis encounter virtual urban settings like street crossings and transportation venues that require them to make judgment calls about how to safely move about in the virtual space. A "quizbot" roams around Mokitown testing kids with traffic safety questions. Correct answers are rewarded with "mobility points" which can be redeemed for virtual items like avatar clothing, hairstyles, and other accessories. Unsafe or careless actions result in the deduction of points from a moki's account.

Although mokis can chat freely with each other in the world, basic pre-formatted chat phrases like "how are you?" and "I like your outfit" are available for those at a loss for words. To obtain private chat functionality (ie. instant messaging) mokis must purchase a "cell phone" with the points they've earned.

While this world is partially moderated by Mokitown staff, VWR always recommends that parents monitor their children's online chatting activity. In fact, Mokitown offers a great way for parents and kids to participate in an online educational and social experience together.

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