Games Educate Kids

Princess Prestos: Spectacular Spelling Play

At Games Educate Kids, we find the games, we play them, we test them with kids, and we summarize the findings so that busy parents have one source they can rely on. Each game is categorized by relevant age group, skills required and lessons taught. A simple search using the clickable keywords at the top of the site will get you all the games relevant to the criteria we categorize. Have fun learning!

Muzzy BBC

Muzzy BBC is a fun language course designed for kids using animated stories, fun activities, and games. It opens the path for kids to become bilingual, teaching them various languages like Spanish, German, French, and Korean. - rate

Kids Piano

Kids Piano is a music game for kids and toddlers, giving them access to various instruments like the guitar, keyboard, flute, and xylophone. It also has other activities and lessons, teaching kids how to pronounce the names of various objects, enhancing speech. - rate

Stride K12

Stride K12 is an online educational program offering personalized public and private school curriculum that is perfect for homeschooling and online learning, as well as a host of other features, giving kids the tools they need to learn in their own unique ways, at their own pace, and at their own place! - rate

Fun Educational Games that Teach Kids Phonics

Currently, one of the most popular methods for teaching reading to young children is phonics, with many educational curricula and teaching programs incorporating phonics as an integral part of early reading instruction. With knowledge of phonics, children’s confidence in reading improves because they are better able to decode unfamiliar words and recognize patterns in language. What’s more, a very effective way to teach reading using phonics is by making use of educational games and activities that engage children in learning. - rate

How Educational Games Can Help Kids with Special Needs

Imagine diving into worlds where one can become a master communicator, an organization superstar, and a social butterfly. These worlds born from educational games create a special place just for players, where they can learn and improve at their own speed. But how does it serve kids with special needs? - rate

Kids' Educational Games and Screen Time: Finding the Right Balance

For many, gaming is one of a variety of activities children enjoy. Although many play them in moderation without adverse consequences, others become obsessed with video games—with potential problems ensuing. That’s why it is advisable for parents to establish a clear set of rules when it comes to their children’s involvement with video games. - rate

The Importance of Diversity and Inclusion in Kids' Educational Games

In its relatively young history, the video game industry—including the sector that designs educational games for kids—has, unfortunately, developed a reputation for fostering a culture of sexist and racist behavior, mainly attributed to the fact that the industry has always been historically dominated by white males (case in point, the infamous “Gamergate” controversy of 2014 which was a misogynistic online harassment campaign and a right-wing backlash against feminism, diversity, and progressivism in video game culture). - rate

Your Child's Favorite ABCmouse Apps

ABCmouse is not only available on your web browser; your child can also use its apps while on the go. Which of these ABCmouse apps are their favorite?

Which is Your Child's Favorite Activity on ABCmouse?

With just so many activities available on the site, which of the following is your child's favorite activity on ABCmouse?

Lessons For Your Child

What lessons do you want more of for your child?

New Article Added: Fun Educational Games that Teach Kids Phonics

by Mel Aug 23, 2023

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by Mel Aug 14, 2023

For many, gaming is one of a variety of activities children enjoy. Although many play them in moderation without adverse consequences, others become obsessed with video games—with potential problems ensuing.

That’s why it is advisable for parents to establish a clear set of rules when it comes to their children’s involvement with video games.

Kids' Educational Games and Screen Time: Finding the Right Balance preview image

by Mel Jul 14, 2023

The Importance of Diversity and Inclusion in Kids' Educational Games preview image

by Mel Jun 14, 2023

Brought to you by the creators of the “Fable” series, Kynseed is a magical life simulation RPG game developed for the Microsoft Windows platform and which is also available on the Steam online gaming platform.

by Mel May 14, 2023

Stardew Valley is a life simulation role-playing video game for all ages developed by Eric "ConcernedApe" Barone where players take the role of a character who inherits their deceased grandfather's dilapidated farm in a place known as Stardew Valley.

Is Stardew Valley Safe for Kids? preview image

by Adeaphon Apr 14, 2023

If you are looking for an alternative space for your child to learn outside of schools, then this is a great package of books, games and tools to help you.

Why ABCmouse is Perfect for Homeschooling? preview image

by Mel Mar 29, 2023

Although single-player and multiplayer modes in gameplay historically form the core of modern video gaming, cooperative (“co-op”) mode has become an essential part of the modern game today because of its benefits in education, communication, and other soft skills.

Honing Communication Skills and Other Soft Skills Through Co-op Games preview image

by Mel Mar 14, 2023

With the popularity of augmented reality (AR) mobile games such as Pokémon Go that juxtapose outdoor gameplay with the convenience of smartphones, it wasn’t long before the concept of outdoor learning together with mobile applications became more prevalent as a way to supplement children’s education and increase their learning engagement levels.