Is there software to teach a teen how to design 3D art or video games?

I am trying to help a 14 year old in a volunteer program. There are no local programs for this age. He is very interested in learning how to design computer/video games and 3D art. Any suggestions on how to help him move in this direction?Is there software to teach a teen how to design 3D art or video games?
You can try some of these FREE easy to learn softwares...

These might help...



Anim8or : http://www.anim8or.com/main/index.html

Anim8or is primarily a Anim8or is a 3D modeling and character animation program. If you are just starting out with 3D animation and want to do more than just 3D text effects, this is the program for you. For beginner to intermediate users.



eDrawings : http://www.edrawingsviewer.com/

eDrawings is a freeware utility which will give the user the power to view, create and share 3D models and 2D drawings. eDrawings offers unique capabilities like point-and-click animations that make it easy for anyone with a PC to interpret and understand 2D and 3D design data.



3DPlus : http://www.freeserifsoftware.com/softwar鈥?/a>

With 3DPlus you can create outstanding 3D designs in just a few minutes 鈥?with no need for any complicated VRML or other programming. 3DPlus is the amazing 3D design software that enables you to create stunning 3D graphics for your home, school or business 鈥?no experience required!Is there software to teach a teen how to design 3D art or video games?
Hmm.. Personally I'm more for taking classes...I'm sure you could find a private teacher...but ideally screwing around with design software and asking questions online is always a fun way to learn.Is there software to teach a teen how to design 3D art or video games?
Its pretty advanced stuff. College would be a good start but obviously he's 14! There are books that you can get that will teach you but in all fairness I would recommend some kind of tuition. I'm at University doing a graphic design degree and I still have trouble getting my head round some of the software!