100 Great Websites for Kids
These websites for kids are both entertaining and at least a little bit educational!
Screen time can be a blessing and a curse. Between worrying about screen time overload and concern about what content little brains might be absorbing, it’s hard to find websites for kids parents can feel good about.
One way to embrace screen time is to channel it toward educational and learning opportunities. There are plenty of websites for kids that are a good balance of quality content and entertainment. Kids can play games online with friends, learn how to code, and much more. We've rounded up not 1, not 2--but 100 websites for kids that are fun and help foster a love of learning. For more things to do both on and offline, check out our guide to Boredom Busters for Kids.
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Best Math Websites for Kids
1. Math Playground
Grades K-6
This website has an abundance of math and logic games, from Division Derby to Otter Exponents.
2. AAA Math
Grades K-8
Thousands of math lessons to explore.
3. Crypto Club
Ages vary
Explore ciphers and mystery puzzles to improve math skills.
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Learn math and science from a team of friends. Photo courtesy of Study Jams
4. Study Jams!
Ages vary
Learn about both math and science on this website for kids.
5. Cool Math Games
Middle school through high school
Daily games and trivia are some of the many math games here.
6. Discovery Education
Ages vary
An educator platform that also includes learning experiences for students.
Best Free Learning Websites for Kids
7. Google Earth
All ages
Explore the entire globe at the click of your mouse.
8. PBS Kids
Ages 3-12
This site is a very popular one, with activities and videos for kids to enjoy.
9. Sesame Street
Younger children
See all of the familiar characters and learn along with them.
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Learn to play chess and more fun brain games. Photo courtesy of Fun Brain
10. Fun Brain
Pre-K through Grade 8
Games, videos, reading, and math are included on this site.
11. Highlights Kids
Ages vary
Enjoy Hidden Pictures, recipes, and much more on the Highlights website for kids.
12. Seussville
Ages vary
Dr. Seuss's characters come to life for kids of all ages.
13. Abcya.com
Pre-K through grade 6+
A terrific website for kids with multiple areas of learning content available.
14. Fuel the Brain
Ages vary
Includes games and interactives
15. Art for Kids Hub
Ages vary
Explore art for kids online.
16. TED Talks
Ages vary
Watch TED Talks with kids and learn as a family.
17. Crayola.com
All ages
Get art inspiration for holidays and more.
18. Web Japan
Ages vary
Learn all about the country of Japan and play games inspired by Japanese culture and history.
19. DLTK's Sites for Kids
Ages vary
From ABCs to 123's, there's plenty to learn here.
20. Sheppard Software
Ages vary
The content varies widely, and there are many options for kids.
21. ShowMe
Ages vary
Learn from others by watching video tutorials online.
22. CBC Kids
Ages vary
Games, articles, and quizzes are available.
23. Fact Monster
Ages vary
Fact Monster has tons of different subject areas to choose from.
24. Super Kids Nutrition
All ages
Learn about nutrition and complete activities.
25. Education.com
Ages vary
Used by teachers, parents, and students alike, you'll have an abundance of resources in your hands.
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Get history right from the source. Photo courtesy of the Library of Congress
26. Library of Congress
Ages vary
Here, kids can watch videos and read about news and events.
27. Children's Music Network
Ages vary
Sing songs at home.
Best Online Games for Kids
28. Wizarding World
Ages vary
Join Harry Potter and friends on adventures.
29. Nick Jr.
Ages vary
Familiar friends from your favorite TV shows foster learning opportunities on this website for kids.
30. Mission US
Middle school through high school
Learn about history by playing these games.
31. Learning Games For Kids
Grades Pre-K through 12
Play games and learn at the same time.
32. Crunchzilla
Ages vary
This site gives step-by-step tutorials on how to code.
33. Scratch
Ages vary
Here's another free coding community for kids.
34. Primary Games
Ages vary
The games include holidays, math, and games of the day.
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35. GoNoodle
Ages vary
Another popular site with educators includes different video learning channels.
36. Sphinx Kids
Ages vary
This is a music website for kids.
37. HISTORY Channel
Ages vary
Study history through the popular TV channel online.
38. Knowledge Adventure
Pre-K - Grade 6
There is a plethora of learning games on this website.
39. Prongo
Grades K-12
Another website that has games of various genres for kids to play.
40. Ben's Guide to the US Government
Ages 4-14+
Learn all about the US Government on this website for kids.
41. Poptropica
Ages 6-15+
Make a character and adventure across many worlds solving puzzles and having adventures.
42. Kidle
Ages 8+
Also like Wordle, kids can play a word game with letters.
Best Reading Websites for Kids
43. Scholastic
All ages
This well-known company site has much to offer to support children's literacy.
44. Raz-Kids
Grades K-5
Students can come to this site for extra practice reading.
45. Wordle
Ages vary
Wordle has a version just for kids!
46. TIME for Kids
Grades K-6
Kids can delve into current events.
47. Fun Fonix
Ages vary
Kids can learn important phonics skills at this website.
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48. Storyline Online
All ages
Listen to stories told by well-known people.
49. Duolingo
Ages vary
Learn a new language and practice online.
50. Spellie
Ages vary
Similar to Wordle, practice spelling online.
51. Chillola.com
Pre-K through grade 12
This website helps students learn English.
52. Reading Rockets
Ages vary
There are so many resources on this reading website.
53. StoryPlace
Preschool
Choose a theme, and start learning with a story.
54. FarFaria
Ages vary
This website directs you to an app for kids.
55. Epic!
Ages birth through 12; Free plan includes 1 book per day
Read online with Epic!
56. International Children's Digital Library
Ages vary
All children deserve access to great books!
57. Storynory
Ages vary
Free audio stories are provided here.
Best Science Websites for Kids
58. National Geographic Kids
Ages vary
Explore the world through animals, games, videos, and more.
59. Funology
Ages vary
Funology has science experiments, crafts, and recipes for kids.
60. Ology
Ages vary
The American Museum of Natural History presents this science website for kids.
61. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Explorers
Ages vary
Learn about animals and plants with activities and games.
62. Exploratorium
Ages vary
Activities for science experiments and links to other learning websites can be found here.
63. Peep the Big Wide World
Preschool
Science videos and games help preschoolers learn about the world.
64. The Old Farmer's Almanac for Kids
Ages vary
This site has more than 40 activities and stories for children.
65. Steve Spangler Science
Ages vary
Learn about all kinds of science experiments here.
See the Curiosity Rover at work on Mars. Photo courtesy of the NASA Kids' Club
66. NASA Kids' Club
Ages vary
Play games while learning about outer space.
67. Science Bob
Ages vary
More science experiments with videos to watch
68. Code.org
Middle school through high school
Students can try out coding in the code studio.
69. Youngzine
Ages vary
Kids can learn about the climate and climate change on this website for kids.
70. SciencetoyMaker
Ages vary
A site to inspire kids to create science toys and projects at home.
71. The Great Plant Escape
Ages vary
Follow the adventure prompts to learn all about plants.
72. Project Noah
Ages vary
Check out this amazing community of nature-loving photographers who are documenting the world around them.
73. Ranger Rick
Ages vary
Ranger Rick teaches kids all about wildlife.
74. NOAA Resource Collections
Grades 6-12
Learn from the experts on weather and climate.
75. ScienceNewsExplores
Ages vary
Kids can read tons of articles and learn all about life, humans, earth, space, and technology.
76. Wonderopolis
Ages vary
Kids can explore the world through questions and wonderings.
77. NOVA Labs
All ages
Brought to you by PBS, NOVA is a great place to learn about space. Check out the Exoplanet Lab for a fun and educational game.
78. Ask Dr. Universe
Ages vary
Kids can ask questions and learn through videos and activities.
Best Museum & Zoo Websites for Kids
79. Smithsonian
All ages
Kids can explore animals and solve digital puzzles, plus much more.
80. Switch Zoo
Ages vary
Kids play animal games here to learn about different species.
81. Smithsonian Learning Lab
Ages vary
Explore art, science, history, and culture.
82. The Lawrence Hall of Science
Ages vary
There are online activities and videos if you don't live in San Francisco to visit in person.
83. Bronx Zoo Virtual
All ages
Watch videos and enjoy the live cams of the animals.
84. San Diego Zoo Live Cameras
All ages
Watch the live feeds of the animals from your own home.
Best Education Websites for Kids (Subscription-based)
85. IXL
Pre-K through grade 12; subscriptions start at $9.95/month
IXL has full curriculum and learning resources for kids.
86. Curious World
Ages 2-7; subscriptions are around $5/month
There are games, videos, and online books for kids.
87. Grammaropolis
Grades 1-5; subscriptions start at $29/year
Where kids can practice grammar.
When math is a game, it's way more fun to learn. Photo courtesy of Math Blaster
88. Math Blaster
Ages vary; subscription is $7.99/month
Fun math games that incorporate characters and space travel.
89. ABCmouse.com
Ages 2-8; subscription is $12.99/month
Educational games and online curriculum.
90. Starfall
Pre-K through grade 3; subscriptions start at $35/year
Educators often use this website because it includes lots of educational games for kids.
91. Mystery Science
K-5; subscriptions start at $109/year for a household
Kids can explore engineering and take part in experiments.
92. Create&Learn
Grades K-12; $105 per class; free intro classes are offered
Learn coding from an early age with AI and robotics.
93. Reading IQ
Ages 2-12; $7.99/month
Have a library right in your own home!
94. Arcademics
Grades K-8; $5 per student per year
Kids can dive into multiple subject areas on this website.
95. Generation Genius
Grades K-8; $50 for either math or science lessons
A website that includes both science and math.
96. Tumblebooks
All levels; subscription pricing varies
Online books and math stories for students.
97. Noggin
Ages 2-7; $7.99/month
Kids can watch, play, and read at Noggin's website.
98. Homer
Ages 2-6+; see website for subscription pricing
Homer focuses on skills when teaching math and reading online.
99. CodaKid
Elementary through high school; subscriptions start at $29/month
A subscription option to learn to code online.
100. Outschool
Ages 3-18; classes start around $8
Kids can take classes on almost any topic imaginable.