Dinosaur Dig

Themed games can help kids learn especially if they are centered around a concept they are currently learning about. Many kids are into dinosaurs. I actually started searching for dinosaur games because my nephew is very much into dinosaurs. He is in preschool and knows all the dinosaur names and what many of them eat. He is a great example of being interested in what you are learning about so you learn more.

I found a Dinosaur Dig which teaches kids about grids. They are given a picture with a grid on top and specific pictures to find.

You then drag the correct coordinates to the boxes next to their pictures. If you chose the wrong one it doesn't stay in the box. When you chose both correct coordinates the dinosaur at the bottom of the page says "awesome" or "good job."

This is a great game to play once or twice. The picture and grid are always the same. The game can also be easily beat just by using trail and error. Some of the pictures are also difficult to find. It does however teach a great concept. There are also a few ads on this site but they are mostly kid friendly and ads that I wouldn't worry too much about. I recommend this game for second and third graders.