Whether they're built for the classroom or more focused on entertainment, there's learning to be found in any game. These 10 free games for middle school weren't all designed for learning, and yet they make history, math, science, language, and coding come alive. They all also make use of what's great about games, by giving students agency and interesting problems to tackle. Use them to pique students' interest in a new topic, help them acquire new skills, or provide real-world context.
Flex alchemical muscles in amusing, discovery-based puzzler
Bottom Line: This amusing puzzle game encourages creativity, perseverance, and systems thinking, and with creative integration it can build interest in math, science, history, and literature.
