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Top 7 Online Games for Middle Elementary Ages

by Kimberly L. Keith
for About.com

Middle elementary children have the reading skills to dive right into most online games. Parents can watch for frustration and show them how to get help in the beginning, but if too much parental help is needed, the child won't enjoy the experience.

1. I Spy Games Online

These I Spy online puzzles are not too easy. Your 3rd or 4th grader should enjoy them, and be able to play without your assistance.

2. Ginger Hangman - Shrek 2

As Ginger loses her body parts, you are REALLY motivated to pick the right letters.

3. Disney Channel Games Online

Your child will spend lots of time here if he or she is a Disney Channel fan. Since the Disney Channel has the highest quality TV programming for children today, you can feel good encouraging your child with these games and programs.

4. Kidnetics Active Online Games

Kids get active while playing on the computer with the Fitness Challenge, Scavenger Hunt, or Move Mixer.

5. Cartoon Network Games Online

Pure silly fun with Scooby-Doo and other Cartoon Network shows. Choose Action, Adventure, Arcade, Sports, or Gizmos from the top menu.

6. Inventor Game at Lego.com

Your child will pick this up quickly and enjoy progressing through the mission levels.

7. Scholastic Games

A variety of fun educational games that are good for middle elementary ages.

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