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ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
PAUSE: Know your child; some content may not be right for some kids.
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Learning ratings
Best: Really engaging, excellent learning approach.
Very Good: Engaging, very good learning approach.
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Game reviews for ages 9 & 13, learning potential, self-direction

31 results

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  • Review
    LEGO City Undercover

    The game promotes exploration, discovery, and imagination in a colorful and cartoonish world that feels like the world's biggest LEGO collection come to life.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Nintendo Wii U
    (Game, 2013)
  • Review
    MLB 2K13

    Mediocre baseball game resembles last year's title.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
    (Game, 2013)
  • Review
    Megapolis

    Cross-platform building sim shines with real-world graphics.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Facebook, iPhone
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    CoasterVille

    Build your own amusement park on Facebook with your friends.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Facebook
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Criminal Case

    Gruesome crime scenes become Facebook hidden-object puzzles.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Facebook
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Harvest Moon 3D: A New Beginning

    Cute, open-ended farming series adds more customization.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: Nintendo 3DS
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    The Wizard of Oz Facebook Game

    Film-based 3D building sim encourages Facebook friending.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    2
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Style Savvy Trendsetters

    The focus is on looks, but business strategy makes the game.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: Nintendo 3DS
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Kinect Sports Ultimate Collection

    Light on instructions but 13 fun sports to play.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Xbox 360
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Living Classics

    Fun puzzle game for young kids; too bad it's on Facebook.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Facebook
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Myst (Nintendo 3DS)

    While not new, Myst for Nintendo 3DS is fun, challenging.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Nintendo 3DS
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Tony Hawk's Pro Skater HD

    Fun remake, but unrealistically portrays injuries.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: PlayStation 3, Windows, Xbox 360
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Jane Austen's Rogues & Romance

    Hidden object game puts wacky spin on classic novels.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Facebook
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    NCAA Football 13

    College football sim adds Heisman winners to the mix.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    The Ville

    Sim emphasizes positive social interactions and happiness.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Facebook
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Ruby Blast Adventures

    Arcade puzzle game prompts players to pay to get ahead.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Facebook
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Gravity Rush

    Quirky and fun gravity-shifting game has strong heroine.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: PlayStation Vita
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    FEZ

    Dimension-shifting puzzles make for unique gameplay without any violence.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Xbox 360
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Xenoblade Chronicles

    Great adventure has themes best suited for teens and adults.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Nintendo Wii
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Scoot & Doodle

    Collaborative drawing tool helps distant families play.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: Google+
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Marvel: Avengers Alliance

    Fun Facebook role-playing romp with superhero combat.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Facebook
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Order Up!!

    Fun, accessible cooking sim teaches international dishes.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo Wii, PlayStation 3
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Carmen Sandiego Adventures in Math: The Great Gateway Grab

    Carmen Sandiego engages kids to use math to solve a mystery in this downloadable Wii game.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Nintendo Wii
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Crisis of Nations

    Civics game about running a country in global economy.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Windows
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Puzzler Mind Gym 3D

    Collection of mental challenges is hard but rewarding.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: Nintendo 3DS
    (Game, 2011)