Your kiddo is all about video gamesābut youāre not into the high price tag. Free online games for kids combine the best of entertainment with education. From their A, B, Cās to their 1, 2, 3ās, your littles can learn, develop new skills, and have a fun-filled afternoon of indoor play with these online options.
Sesame Street Big Bird and Snuffy's Letter Dance Party
The classic kids' show tackles letter-learning with an animated vibe. Sesame Street's Big Bird and Snuffy's Letter Dance Party is a creative way to help your preschooler or toddler learn more about the alphabet.Ā
Online:Ā sesamestreet.org/games
Learning Games for Kids
This site is exactly what the name promises. It's filled with learning games for kids! Choose from vocab, health, math, animals, social studies, science and other games for kids of all ages.Ā
Online:Ā learninggamesforkids.com
Highlights Kids
Gone are the days when Highlights was only a magazine you picked up and read in the pediatrician's waiting room. This old school fave is online and has plenty of games for preschool-aged kids to play all day.Ā
Online:Ā highlightsforkids.com
Animal Jam
Are animals your kiddo's jam? This online option is also available as an app for Andriod or iOS. Along with plenty of animated fun, Animal Jam also features parental controls.Ā
Online:Ā animaljam.com
Funbrain
Whether you're on the search for an online math game, something specifically for your kindergartner, or anything else, Funbrain has it. This site is filled with games for kiddos of all agesāand it's free!
Online:Ā funbrain.com/games
Nick Jr. Finding Feelings
Online games for kids do more than just entertain. These games can also educateāin a variety of different ways. This pick brings some of Nick Jr.'s most popular characters to your computer or tablet screen. Instead of academics, this game focuses on emotions.Ā
Online:Ā nickjr.com/games
Starfall
This educational site isn't exactly newābut it's stuck around for a reason. You'll find plenty of learning-based games for preschoolers, kindergartners and older kids.
Online:Ā starfall.com
Mickey's Shape and Make Roadtrip
Are you looking for free online math games for kids? Disney Junior's Ready for Preschool's Mickey's Shape and Make Road Trip helps your young child learn about geometry. Go on a road trip with the beloved Disney character, building bridges and so much moreāall with shapes.
LEGO Games
Whether your kids are Batman, Star Wars, Ninjago or Avengers fans, LEGO has a game for them! Click here to visit LEGO's site and play brick-based games galore from your kiddo's favorite franchises.
Online:Ā lego.com/kids/games
Daniel Tigerās Neighborhood
Preschoolers will get a kick out of online awesomeness from the PBS Kids fave. Play hide and seek with Daniel Tiger, match barnyard animals, sing songs or play the other games available on the early childhood site.
Online:Ā pbskids.org/daniel/games
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