Fun & Games

 

Online Games

• ABCmouse- With 3.500+ interactive books, educational games, puzzles, and other learning activities, ABCmouse.com's award-winning online curriculum is an invaluable resource for young learners (ages 2-6+). Available from Library computers only.
• Be Internet Awesome with Google- Learn how to be a good Internet citizen!
• Cookie- Fun educational games for children ages 3-7, to learn to read with phonics, build skills in math, language, social studies, science and much more.
• Disney Online Games- Play a game starring your favorite Disney character.
• FunBrain- Educational games for kids in grades K-8. PLUS: Check out the Diary of a Wimpy Kid online comic book.
• Google Earth Games- Find fun quizzes and games! Where on Google Earth is Carmen San Diego?
• Pilkey Planet (Home Base)- Visit your favorite book characters in this interactive playground, with many games and more
• iCivics- Learn through play about the U.S government's processes, like policy-making, voting and more. 
• Keyboarding Games for Kids- Learn to type.
• Mattel Games for Kids- Starring Barbie, Hot Wheels, and American Girls.
• NatGeo Kids- Many games and quizzes for nature lovers
• PBS Kids Games Central- Choose from many online games. Check out their social studies games as well!
• Poptropica- A virtual world of quests, stories, and games.
• Seussville- Play games, chat with the Cat in the Hat, and more.
• Tate Kids Art (Art Games)

 

Why play games?

Games are not only fun, but many are educational. They can assist in developing:

• spatial perception
• critical thinking
• interpersonal skills
• math and social studies knowledge

 

Additional Offerings

 

 

Early Literacy Stations (AWE) are kid-sized computers packed with 50 educational software programs. These programs help with:

• reading skills
• problem-solving math and science skills
• art and music appreciation

 

 

The Knights Realm Chess Club for kids meets select Mondays at 3:30 p.m. Check out our calendar for other this and other fun events!

Learn to play or challenge your friends. All levels welcome!

 

Why chess?

Chess is a universal game that teaches:

• strategy
• patience
• focus
• understanding the consequences of actions

Plus, it's a lot of fun!