Today, it’s not uncommon for children to be more proficient at the Internet than their parents are. That’s why the web is the perfect outlet for interactive phonics games. As long as your computer is hooked up to a speaker, these sites will offer free ways for your child to explore the world of reading. Complete with kid-friendly graphics and sounds, these games are sure to be hits.Starfall: The site began in 2002 as a free service to motivate children to read. In 2009 Starfall released the Kindergarten Reading & Language Art Program, which can be purchased by teachers or homeschooling parents. Their website, however, still features all of the classic learning games and activities. Online books feature characters like Zac the Rat and Gus the Duck, while the Art Gallery introduces children to classic artists like Vincent Van Gogh. There is plenty for both parents and children to explore on this site. (more…)