Screenshot of "Skylanders: Spyro's Adventure."

Screenshot of "Skylanders: Spyro's Adventure." Credit: Handout

Gaming isn't just for the fans of "Call of Duty" and "Batman" franchises. This year has been a particular good one for kid and family-friendly games that prove video games can also push innovation without the need violence and gore.

This holiday season "Skylander's: Sypro's Adventure," "Disneyland Adventures," and the uDraw GameTablet lead our list of best games for families. For more info on these games and to see all our recommendations click below.

PHOTOS: Video games for kids and familes

Out East: Mecox Bay Dairy, Kent Animal Shelter, Custer Institute & Observatory and local champagnes NewsdayTV's Doug Geed takes us "Out East," and shows us different spots you can visit this winter.

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