Two of the kids are studying geography right now, so I’ve been on the prowl for some great online resources. I ave found some excellent websites! So I thought I’d share. 
We really loved these, and the boys LOVED playing the games. I loved it knowing that they are learning geography! Here are the links. Enjoy!
Purpose Games
They have terrific geography games, but they also have some outstanding games on the planets of the solar system, human muscles, label the heart, flags of the world, famous paintings, chess pieces, and 840 pages of more educational games. I hit the jackpot when I found this site.
World Atlas.com
I’ve relied on this website for almost 10 years– they have outstanding outline maps that you can print. Plus– oh! the joy!– they have ANSWER KEYS for all the quizzes! I love this site.
TravelerIQ Challenge
Get ready; “challenge” is an understatement here. This is a speed test, and accuracy counts. You are given a location, and you must pinpoint it’s position as accurately as possible. The game will show you the precise location and tell you how many kilometers away you choice is. The more kilometers you add up, the lower your Traveler’sIQ. So you want to be as fast and accurate as possible. Whew! I found some of it to be difficult. It’s very addictive, though!
Owl & Mouse Software
I mentioned this before. I have been using their free software for almost 10 years. They also have online games and printouts, and other activities for young kids. A great site!
Maps.com
This site has a large selection of various maps games, in Easy, Medium, or Difficult mode. And it’s great!! This will really make those brains work hard.
KidsGeo.com
This is a colorful site. The games are not as challenging, but they are still very good. Repetition is key.
Hope this helps!
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#1 by Stacie on November 11, 2009 - 10:58 am
I love the owl and mouse software site! It was one of our faves while homeschooling.
#2 by melissa on November 12, 2009 - 7:32 am
Some of these I already knew, but you have a couple I did not. Thank you for sharing these.
#3 by Penny Raine on November 12, 2009 - 1:22 pm
must all of these be used while connected? I need some suggestions for games like these that can be downloaded and used while offline. We don’t keep our children’s computer connected all the time. thanks!
#4 by Mrs. Mecomber on November 12, 2009 - 8:01 pm
Penny, most of the websites I provided are online games. Owl & Mouse software has downloads available. Maybe the other websites offer software, I wasn’t looking– take a peek and maybe you’ll find some!