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Great problem-solving "physics" game on the idea of "mousetrap" or Rube Goldberg. Students can start by trying to solve other player's puzzles and then build their own. This will be a favorite of 5th and 6th graders.

This is a great physics-based problem solving game where students design contraptions to overcome different obstacles. Highly engaging and good for the brain!

Fun problem solving game similar to Fantastic Contraption

Great problem solving game

Use counting strategies to make as many outfits (combinations) for Bobbie Bear as you can, using different colored shirts and pants.

Fun problem-solving tool for arithmetic operations. Introduce whole class and then play in pairs or alone

Some short games for young learners K-3. Great for increasing prociency with a mouse/trackpad and clicking. Wide variety of games Teacher guidance is needed as there are no audio instructions and students will need to learn not to click on a sponsor's ad when they win! A few activties involve reading.

You walk into a restaurant with a large group of friends. To accommodate you, the restaurant will push a bunch of tables together-but how many tables will be needed to ensure that everyone has a seat? This applet will let you explore that question. Has two modes: Exploration and Guess. Great to present whole class and then allow for individual group use.