The present invention consists of means for adding educational enhancements to computer games. One embodiment of the invention consists of a software module that can be incorporated into a game program's code or that can be loaded separately into a computer's memory. This module periodically suspends a game's play by popping up a "flash card" on the computer's display screen asking a question that must be answered correctly before play can be resumed. Questions may be asked at a level that adapts itself to the ability demonstrated by the player. If the player is unable to answer the question within a predetermined period, a hint is flashed on the screen. If the player is still unable to answer the question after a second predetermined period, the answer and an explanation of the answer are displayed on the screen. The player is then be able to resume play by entering the answer. The faster the player is able to enter the correct answer, the faster the player is able to resume play. The module may include security features to prevent it from being deactivated without authorization.