Expert: Octane - 11/16/2009

Question
Are there any educational games for the ds or wii? My kids are 10 and 7. I am mainly concerned about my 7 year old. She is behind in reading and I have to read here ds games for her to play. I would really prefer games to help with reading and math.
thanks,
Tree

Answer
Gday Teresa,

For your DS there are a number of titles out there that can help with math and reading.  The DS is actually a wonderful learning tool if used properly.  I would suggest and of the Brain Age titles.  (as they are reasonable fun)  You can also look into titles like Math Play, any of the my Series ie My Word Coach, My Math Coach, Flash Focus.  Maybe even a few games like Animal Crossing or Phoenix Wright Ace Attorney as there is quite a lot of reading involved in playing the games and theres are fun titles.

There are less Educational Titles for the Wii. but I would look into trying Smarty Pants, My Word Coach, Big Brain Academy or even Trauma Center (Mainly for the reading but id a reasonable good game)

Hope this helps.

Octane