Ten Best Wii Games for Kids

As parents, we want the best for our children. Sometimes we’re uncertain what the best is and we seek help from the professionals and opinions from other parents. Video games are the rage with kids of all ages today but are they really safe for kids? While opinions vary across the board, most parents agree that safe video games in moderation can actually be helpful to your child, instead of harmful.

Safe video gaming for children is a two-part process. First, you have to know what is a proper amount of play time for your child’s age and responsibility level and you need to commit to monitoring this play time and keeping them on track. Secondly, you need to know how to pick the right games for your child.

This is where the Nintendo Wii comes in to help parents. Nintendo is famous for its family-friendly gaming and the Wii has more kid-safe games than any other console on the market. As a mother of four, here is my “best of” list of the top 10 Wii games for kids:

1. Drawn to Life: The Next Chapter- best for older kids and rated E for Everyone by the ESRB, this game will keep them entertained for hours and you don’t have to worry about their safety while they play this fun game.

2. New Super Mario Bros. Wii- A new spin on an old classic, this game is best for tweens and up and rated E for Everyone by the ESRB. It’s wholesome family fun that you can all enjoy together with the option of up to four player games.

3. MySims Agents- Rated E for Everyone, this game is most appropriate for older children and is like a mini James Bond style secret agent. Your child can choose make or female and explore spy gadgets and exciting adventures.

4. Boom Blox Bash Party- Here’s a game that works for younger and older kids alike. Also rated E for Everyone so you can feel safe while playing, this gives you the excitement of knocking over tall stacks of blocks in a virtual world. Parents may even find it addicting.

5. SimAnimals: Africa- Here’s a goody for the animal lovers in your family. Good for older and younger kids alike and rated E for Everyone, SimAnimals: Africa features all of yoru child’s favorite African animals in a simulation environment where they can control and interact with them.

6. Disney Cars Race-O-Rama- This one is extra fun if you have steering wheels for the Wii. Rated E for Everyone and enjoyable by kids of all ages, this one keeps you racing and playing for hours. Any Cars fan will be especially fond of this one.

7. Dora Saves the Crystal Kingdom- Great for younger kids and Dora fans of all ages, this is also rated E for Everyone. It’s a fun adventure game that you can enjoy with your kids for a great experience.

8. Dance Dance Revolution Disney Grooves- This one puts a Disney spin on an already popular game and gets children of all ages up off the couch and moving and grooving with their favorite Disney pals.

9. Ultimate I Spy- Kids of all ages love I Spy games and this one brings it to you on their favorite console as well. Best for younger kids and rated E for Everyone, this is another game the family can enjoy together.

10. Wario Land: Shake It- Best for older kids and rated E for Everyone, Wario Land: Shake It gets your kids up and moving, requiring them to shake the Wii remote to attack enemies and perform moves. The whole family can “shake it up” together with this new adventure in a classic franchise.

These top ten best of the Wii for kids will get you started in wholesome family fun that allows you to incorporate gaming into your family in a safe way. It’s a great way to spend time together doing something the kids will enjoy.

Sources:

Parenting.com

Personal experience