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Cool Computer Games for Kids

Computer games help children master computer navigation, a very important skill in today's world. Using a mouse and opening applications, however, are just a couple of the many benefits children receive from games. Although placed limits on computer time is necessary, cool computer games make that time fly by. The Internet has many free fun and educational games to help children with life skills.

Educational
- Appropriate computer games for each age level and education level help teach children basic skills while providing fun at the same time. Nickelodeon may air shows considered silly to adults, but the NicJr.com website has plenty of educational games. Parents select the right age group and then choose which skill to work on with their child. For example, there are number games, letter and reading games, music skills, puzzles, and much more.
Television characters
- Kids love playing cool computer games with their favorite television characters. Curious George, Thomas the Train, Clifford and other characters light up the screen while children from toddler age learn life skills such as keeping away bad germs and learning the importance of reading.
Creative
- Using one's imagination and creativity is important for brain growth. Computer games designed to help children think outside the box provide fun and brain development. Disney.com has as area for creative designs. The child chooses which Disney character he would like to create projects with and then begins. For example, the Disney princess category has an area for children to paint and sparkle their own online picture using princess wands.

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