6th Grade Science Games
Free science games for 6th Grade (ages 11–12), each with a suggested starting level.
Planets, the Sun, the Moon and space facts.
Start with: Space explorerMammal, bird, reptile, amphibian, fish or insect?
Start with: Tricky animalsCapital cities from every continent.
Start with: Whole worldLearn the 7 continents, the 5 oceans and big world facts.
Start with: Big factsSenses, organs, bones and healthy habits.
Start with: OrgansStates of matter, changes of state and the water cycle.
Start with: Reversible changesFood chains, animal diets, habitats and adaptations.
Start with: AdaptationsStates, provinces and capitals of your country and the world.
Start with: World capitalsGuess the country from its flag, from famous flags to tricky lookalikes.
Start with: HardTen new trivia questions every day, plus practice quizzes.
Start with: Hard (ages 10–12)Click the map to find continents, countries, states and regions.
Start with: 100 countriesScience in 6th Grade
6th Grade is a great time to make sure core skills are rock solid before secondary school.
- Look things up together after a game. Find the countries on a map or the planets in a book.
- Ask “why?” questions. Why is a whale a mammal? Why is Venus so hot?
- Connect facts to real life: spot birds, insects and reptiles on your next walk.
Frequently asked questions
What science should my child know in 6th Grade?
In 6th Grade, children explore living things, materials, the Earth and space, and how things work, asking questions and testing ideas. Games like these make the key facts and vocabulary stick.
Are these 6th Grade science games free?
Yes. Every game is free to play in the browser, with no download and no sign-up needed.
Which level should a 6th Grade child start on?
Each game on this page shows a suggested starting level for 6th Grade. Move up a level after getting three stars two or three times in a row.
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