Brain Quest: Grades 3 & 4

What makes this educational game so much fun to explore is that the presentation of the questions is polished, varied, and interesting. The questions show up in the following formats: multiple choice, select an image, matching, sorting, fill-in-the-blank, word builder (add a letter to the beginning of a word to change into another word), and crossout (cross out a letter in a misspelled word). Kids answer all these questions by using the DS stylus and its touch-sensitive screen; and as they succeed, the game celebrates and awards them accolades. Plus while they are playing, they will hear uplifting funky music which contributes to the feeling that learning can be fun.

Brain Quest cards have always been popular with families, particularly when traveling. But those cards are always more fun when played with others. With this videogame version, playing by yourself becomes more entertaining, especially when playing in the Story Mode. But, don't expect a deep storyline or face-paced gameplay because at its heart, this is still flashcards, just with a techie appeal.