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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.
OFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
Learning ratings
Best: Really engaging, excellent learning approach.
Very Good: Engaging, very good learning approach.
Good: Pretty engaging, good learning approach.
Fair: Somewhat engaging, okay learning approach.
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Our child development rating guidelines

Game reviews for ages 4, 5 & 13, self-direction

32 results

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  • 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
    PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale

    Cross-platform brawler stars hodgepodge of game characters.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: PlayStation 3, PlayStation Vita
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    The Wizard of Oz Facebook Game

    Film-based 3D building sim encourages Facebook friending.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    2
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Lalaloopsy: Carnival of Friends

    Colorful platformer featuring collectible doll characters.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo DS
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Finding Nemo: Escape to the Big Blue Special Edition

    Polished mini-game collection is good fun for younger kids.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo DS
    (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
    The Amazing Spider-Man

    Web-slinging comic book adventure has some violence.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo Wii, 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
    LeapFrog Explorer Learning Game: Roly Poly 2: Treasure Hunt

    Simple and fun picnic prep reinforces math skills.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: LeapPad Explorer, LeapPad2
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Men in Black: Alien Crisis

    Play as an MIB agent in mediocre arcade shooter.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: Nintendo Wii, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Spirit Camera: The Cursed Memoir

    Augmented reality horror game fascinates but lacks depth.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: Nintendo 3DS
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Rabbids Invasion

    Irreverent Facebook title pokes fun at other social games.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: Facebook
    (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
    LeapFrog Explorer Learning Game: Pet Pals 2: Best of Friends!

    As kids play with virtual puppies, they learn about math and emotions.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: LeapPad Explorer, Leapster Explorer
    (Game, 2011)
  • Review
    Age of Empires Online

    Classic real-time-strategy game now online with great charm.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Windows
    (Game, 2011)
  • Review
    Monster World

    Cute monster-themed farming game on Google+ is a bit slow.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Google+
    (Game, 2011)