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What are children’s detective games? Simple; these are games that can take many forms but aim to develop the deductive skills of young children. Many times children remain catatonic in front of the television, perhaps even watching some things that are not really suitable for them, such as Squid Game.
Of course, here we would be inclined to criticize parents who may not be constantly vigilant about the images and videos that little ones should see, but that is a broader discussion, which really, we will not address here.
Returning to children’s detective games: These can be a means to motivate them and especially to make them think. Having to solve a mystery, which when told with a good story, helps them develop deductive properties and improve logic.
The children’s detective games can be an online game like MysterU, a book game, or a board game; the important thing is that it is suitable for young children.
1. Ghosts: The first of these children’s detective games that we propose is definitely Ghosts by MysterU. Here, we are talking about an escape room for children that can be very fun. You will have to investigate the web to find out what ingredients are useful to make a magic potion that will drive away ghosts from a famous inn you have entered.
Cold-bloodedness and readiness are the essential ingredients for providing adequate support to your contact. You can purchase Ghosts by clicking here; it can also be a great idea to organize a party and entertain children or it can be a wonderful and original digital birthday gift. You can play wherever you want and whenever you want, all you need is an Internet-connected device. The story is very simple to follow, so it is perfect for children 6 years and older.
2. Cluedo Junior: One of the best-known children’s detective games is Clue Junior. This board game of deduction has been revisited for children keeping the same characters but here, no crime has been committed. What you have to find out is who ate the cake, when, and what drink it came with. For example, Colonel Plum ate cake and drank lemonade at 2 p.m. What do you think? Anyway, as I told you the game mode remains the same, but the objective changes. If you want to know some sites where you can play online, you can read this article.
3. The Mystery of the Missing Actress: Case Closed: This children’s detective game is a mystery book game by Lauren Magaziner and published by De Agostini; it is the second book written. After the main characters, 11-year-old Carlos and Eliza and 6-year-old Frank had succeeded in solving the case in the first book, Carlos’ mother’s detective agency is in high demand. Mr. Wolfgang Westover then decides to turn to them to solve the case of the disappearance of actress Layla Jay. The two protagonists are fans of the series in which the actress starred and decided to investigate it so they can be the first to solve it. This children’s detective game is ideal for ages 10 and up.
4. Decrypto: Like Clue, this is also a boxed children’s detective game that relies entirely on logic, deduction, and codes. This detective game is perfect for lovers of espionage and coded messages. In short, they are just like the Cook and Black Tulip cases, but instead of doing it with a boxed game, you will have to do it on the open web. In Decrypto, you will have to use a series of realistic summoning mechanism objects to try to interpret secret messages. We can say that it is very similar to Codename although the mechanics are different. You will have to set your mind in motion to find the solution. This one is ideal for ages 12 and up.
5. Geronimo Stilton: Trapped Inside My House!: We can say that the general mechanics of this children’s detective game are like that of an escape room but in a narrative format. Basically, Geronimo Stilton once back home gets locked inside because the Super Security System (S.S.S.) has inadvertently activated. Geronimo in order to get to work on time will then have to try to escape the room by trying to overcome several traps and deactivate the alarm system. In this game, or any other children’s detective games, escape rooms, or MysterU, help can be requested. It is perfect for children ages 8 to 12.
6. Elementary Watson 2: Murder on the High Seas: This is the second of two children’s detective games dedicated to the adventures of young Dr. Watson, Sherlock Holmes’ famous sidekick. Here, you will play John Watson himself in 1865, who together with his father and brother set sail from Australia to return home. During the long journey on the Rainbow, they will be confronted with an alleged crime or accidental death. It is here that young Watson will try to solve his first case. This game is ideal for ages 10 and up.
But in our opinion, of all the children’s detective games, your little ones will probably enjoy Ghosts the most; try it for yourself! If besides these children’s detective games, you want to learn about some other investigative games you can read this article of ours, by clicking here!
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