The Hottest Video Games of the Year

Looking for the best (and safest) games? Gaming experts from the Children's Technology Review spent the last six months looking for the best systems for kids. Check out which ones made the cut.

By Warren Buckleitner, PhD

Devon Jarvis

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Best Systems

Leapster
With a growing software library, handy touch screen, and headphone jacks (for adult sanity), the Leapster tops the list for delivering a quality learning experience on the go. The system offers more than 40 game cartridges at $20 each. (Ages 3 to 12, $60.)

ClickStart: My First Computer
If you don't want your toddler playing on your computer, don't stress: This cute keyboard plugs into your TV and delivers computer-quality games for your little one to learn and play. You can customize the $20 software for up to three different kids. (Ages 3 to 6, $60.)

Nintendo DS Lite
This gaming device might be small, but it packs quite a punch with its built-in wireless messaging, voice recognition, and awesome touch screen. Kids have their choice of dozens of great games. And it comes in four cool colors: crimson, white, black, and pink. (Ages 4+, $130.)

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