Mario Kart (Wii, 2008)

Mario Kart Wii has courses for nearly every ability level. I say nearly because my 4 year old would benefit from a closed oval track that would allow him to learn how to steer without the frustration of going off course. As it is, he asks to play often but rarely plays long because he "can't get unstuck."

The racing wheel is not necessary to play the game. I prefer to race with just the Wiimote, while my husband races with the wheel. If you do use a wheel, don't go cheap and get a non-branded wheel. I couldn't stay on the track with my cheap one. The wheel that comes with Mario Kart works much better!