These multiplayer word games pit you not only against the clock but also against real live opponents. They are fun and educational — a perfect use of the communication power of the Internet. But all these games include chat, so please supervise your child
Mind Fun brings us two Java word games with chat.
The Java scrambled word game Tangleword is fast and addictive, and an all-time favorite at our house.
Word Zap (create as many words from a combination of letters as possible) requires a software download (and isn't always free), but rewards you with a wide range of playing options (some of which are free).