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Nintendo DS games for young boys
By an Amazon.com customer
Smart Boys: GameroomSmart Boys: Gameroom
Buy new: $16.49 / Used from: $17.99
This is a fun mix of activities -- coloring, music and matching --and the price is right at $10.99! There's a Smart Girls version available, too.
Master of IllusionMaster of Illusion
Buy new: $19.99 / Used from: $7.35
Fun to play, better to share, and a great way to introduce kids to magic!
Interactive Storybook Series 1Interactive Storybook Series 1
Buy new: $19.99 / Used from: $17.99
Fun, simple and an inexpensive way to excite your child to read. I like to use this in the afternoon and follow it up with a book reading of the same story at bedtime.
Mario Kart DSMario Kart DS
Buy new: $33.99 / Used from: $22.50
The single-card multiplayer makes this a great investment! The gameplay is colorful and fun.
Super Monkey Ball Touch & RollSuper Monkey Ball Touch & Roll
Buy new: $17.26 / Used from: $7.50
Young boys are attracted to monkeys like moths to a flame. Fun, crazy and, most-importantly, a family-friendly game.
Ben 10 Protector of the EarthBen 10 Protector of the Earth
Buy new: $18.99 / Used from: $11.63
There aren't many superheroes under the age of 12. That makes Ben 10 a favorite for our kids, who love this game! Some of the boss levels are tricky but, overall, this game is great fun for Ben 10 fans.
Spiderman: Friend or FoeSpiderman: Friend or Foe
Buy new: $19.99 / Used from: $10.69
If your kids love Spider-man, they'll love this game, which allows them to play alongside Venom, Sandman, and Dr. Octopus. Older kids probably will complete the game in a day or two, but kids under 7 are going to have a lot repeat fun.
Incredible HulkIncredible Hulk
Buy new: $29.99 / Used from: $18.44
Hulk bash! Hulk crash! Hulk smash! My kids like this game a lot! What it lacks in story depth it makes up in simple fun.
Flash Focus:  Vision Training in Minutes a DayFlash Focus: Vision Training in Minutes a Day
Buy new: $19.99 / Used from: $7.47
Our four-year old was recently fitted for glasses. Our whole family is tracking our progress. The instructions are easy enough to follow and the activities are family-friendly.