“All kids love video games. And if you ask any kids if they want to learn how to make video games, the answer is almost always yes.” One of those answering yes was 11-year-old Max Shepard.

They’ve got game. School-age kids can gain valuable lessons from playing in virtual worlds, provided they choose the right ones, says Common Sense Media education expert Tanner Higgin.

Games are more than an enjoyable pastime — some can actually make kids smarter. Unstructured play, art, and even bath time can help kids strategize, experiment, and explore their creative potential.

Could playing video games for five minutes make second graders perform better in a math class? New findings published by Yale University researchers say the answer is simple: Yes. The study, led ...

You and your kids can make that a reality by playing the aptly named Roblox game, Work at a Pizza Place. How you play is exactly how you’d expect; it’s right there on the tin.

These four conversations can help your video game-loving kids learn about money. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who compensate us when you ...

Card games for kids Looking for fun, new activities for the kids? If they already have plenty of board games and video games, consider picking up a few card games that will challenge and engage them.

Card games for kidsLooking for fun, new activities for the kids? If they already have plenty of board games and video games, consider picking up a few card games that will challenge and engage ...