In this day and age, technology has become a forefront for everything and the first point of call if you need anything. Kids are either playing on a games console, watching videos, on TikTok or just messing around. But it’s hard to get them off from the computer/tablets, isn’t it? Well, we think we have a solution! Encourage them to play some online games, whether they’re educational, tactful, critical thinking, puzzles or just plain old fun.
Educational Online Games for Kids
Cute Animal Pairs
Do your little ones love animals? And do you wish they could play educational games? Well, mix the two and you have Cute Animal Pairs! A game where they have to match the animals in their pairs. Will they get them all? I’m sure they will! A simple, fun and effective game that will educate them too!
Play it here
RSPB Games
Who says you can’t play games that teach you something but is also super fun? On the RSPB website, your kids can play games online centred around birds or animals! Play Hungry Birds – a frantic game where they have to feed all the hungry little birds, but it has to be the right food for them! You’re playing against the clock, so keep an eye out for that!
Try it out here
BBC free games
The BBC website has everything and every game you could ever want to play. From historical and educational games like Horrible Histories: Hard As Nails, Deadly Defenders animal game to strategy games with Danger Mouse. There are also fun games, arts & crafts, music & dance, puzzle games and lots more games for kids. They will have endless fun!
Check them out here
Fun Online Games for Kids
VR Games
With the advancement of technology, you don’t necessarily need a fancy gadget to submerge yourself into a VR world. All you need is a smartphone, a cardboard box and the Cardboard app! Whether you want to float on lazy rivers, view 3D objects at museums or try the Arctic Journey demo where your kids can fly alongside Arctic terns, plant flowers or relax and stargaze. All virtual of course!
Kiloo Games
My personal favourite game on here is the Merge Cakes game. You get 6 slots where you can merge and build cakes. Each cake layer you uncover, you can layer it with another and create new recipes! Earn points and coins and be fast! A sweet, simple game to play.
Find it here
FunBrain
A brilliant website that showcases dozens of games for kids, with varying difficulties. Whether they play team or individual games, a bit of friendly competition never hurt anyone!
One of FunBrain’s games is called Penguin Drop where you have to aim the cannon and shoot all the para trooping penguins before they sink your iceberg! Can you make it in time?
If this game isn’t up your kid’s street, let them search for one that does on the website, they’ll find the game for them.
Start gaming here
Boomerang TV!
Every kid knows what Boomerang is, it has the classic cartoons and new ones that they all love! But did they know they could play games with ALL their favourite characters? Because you can! Help Jerry run away from Tom the cat, or help Mr Bean decorate with Splash Art!
Check it out here
Cartoon Network
Now, you can’t forget about Cartoon Network, who could! Join The Amazing World of Gumball as they play Word Splash or draw with Teen Titans and much much more! Games of all difficulties and for all ages, your kiddies will find their favourite one here.
Have a browse here
Drawing Online Games for Kids
Google Quick Draw
A fun game where you’re given 5 objects to draw and the AI has to guess what you’re drawing! If it doesn’t answer correctly, you’ll see at the end how others in the world drew it. Neat, right? Get drawing (virtually of course!)
Draw it here
Nickelodeon
If you want a relaxing game for your kiddies, then how about they start with colouring in Spongebob Squarepants characters? On the website, they’re given a selection of 4 templates of various characters and they can even create their own! Concentration is a must if they want to stay within the lines!
Check it out!
Tate Paint
Paint like an artist with this interactive painting game. With your easel, create masterpieces and share them online! It encourages creativity and imagination, as well as being just super fun! What will you create?
Start here
There are lots of online games for kids, but you have to find the right ones that will challenge them or encourage their creative/critical thinking. Or maybe, just to have some fun!
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