Christmas is fast approaching and no doubt there are a lot of parents still struggling with what would make the ultimate Christmas gift.  Never fear, the Nintendo Wii console has a huge range of games which anyone under seven years of age could pick up and use.  At this age children need a game which is entertaining, educational and easy to use.  Education can come in many forms and include developing problem solving and motor skills.

From a child's point of view the game needs to be something that everyone is talking about in the playground. It needs to be the latest and greatest and they will be able to play it with their friends when they come to visit.

From the parent's point of view - something the children will love and adore them for, provide hours of entertainment and will keep the kids occupied, and lastly, doesn't require assembly.

Here is our list of the best wii games for children this Christmas:

Wii Sports Resort - Wii Sports is the number one selling game on the Wii and now Wii Sports Resort is another must-have game for the Nintendo Wii console.  Wii Sports Resort includes: Archery, Frisbee®, Basketball, Cycling, Canoeing, Power Cruising, Table Tennis, Air Sports, Bowling, Swordplay, Golf and Wakeboarding.

Mario Kart - Mario Kart+ Wii Steering Wheel is a fantastic and entertaining driving game and has something for everyone.  Hours of fun for the whole family. Parents will find it extremely easy to use, and many parents may find themselves playing Mario Kart more than their children.

Wii Party - Most video games require players to focus their attention on a screen. Now Nintendo brings the action into the living room with Wii Party, a game that changes the way people interact with other players. Featuring 13 different party game modes and 70+ minigames, Wii Party can be enjoyed by everyone in the family, regardless of age.

Disney Club Penguin Game Day - In Club Penguin Game Day!, players create and customize a penguin and compete in a variety of single or multiplayer sports-themed racing and performance events such as Java Sack, Fast Freeze, Sled Slide and Sumo Smash. Each time players beat a challenge, they conquer a zone on the island. The ultimate goal is for players to work with their team and conquer as much territory as possible.

Rabbids Go Home - The Rabbids first comedy-adventure will take them to the moon or bust! Those crazy Rabbids have an infallible plan: collect all the human stuff they can find, heap it onto a giant pile and literally climb home to the moon. But not so fast! The Humans revolt, unleashing the Verminators whose only objective is to exterminate the Rabbids.

Sesame Street Cookies Counting Carnival - In Sesame Street: Cookies Counting Carnival, the youngest kids in the family and parents can learn and play video games together with their favourite characters from the much-loved and well-respected show.

Sesame Street Elmos A to Zoo Adventure - In Sesame Street: Elmos A-to-Zoo Adventure the youngest kids in the family and parents can learn and play video games together with their favourite characters from the much-loved and well-respected show.

Just Dance 2 - Just Dance 2 will feature tracks from classic hits and legendary songs to toda'ys chart-toppers. Players will enjoy moving on a wide selection of musical genres, including Pop, Country, RB, Disco, Funk, Rock, World music, etc. Each track features its own choreography and dance lovers will move their bodies for hours on end.

Donkey Kong Country Returns - Donkey Kong™ is making a triumphant return, along with his trusted sidekick Diddy Kong™, in a brand new side-scrolling platform game from Retro Studios. Donkey Kong Country Returns, for the Wii system, has all new levels and all new chest-pounding challenges for players of all ages.

Mega Mind Team Unite - When the Megamind movie ends, Megamind's story is just beginning! As he works to get the citizens of the City to embrace him as their Mega Hero, a sudden crime wave has hit. The Doom Syndicate their Doom Goons have emerged and are bent on perpetrating evil. It is up to Megamind to take action and defend the City!