Have you ever played Truth or Dare as a family? If you have, then you know how much fun it is to play the game. You also understand that the truth or dare questions should be selected with wisdom, especially when tweens or teens play it at a sleepover. You want hilarious dares and interesting questions, but also clean questions. Truth or dare questions for kids should not cause embarrassment or awkwardness. After all, the kids need to face their […]
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Most board games and card games are designed for multiple players, which leave couples and two players in a predicament. It’s not much fun trying to adapt a board game to work for two players. Take Monopoly, Clue, or Risk, for example. They are great games when you are three players or more but not much fun playing two. Game designers know this, and they’ve made the effort of designing many board games two players or more can play. They’ve […]
Your child just told you they want to have a birthday party at home. At your house. Half a classroom full of energetic, over-stimulated little people. Don’t panic. We’ve got what you need. You need some outdoor birthday party games – to protect your home and your sanity. If you are feeling brave or need to work on indoor birthday party games, we’ve got you covered too Here is a list of 15 inexpensive outdoor party games for kids to […]
If you’ve ever hosted an indoor birthday party, you know the key to success is having activities planned to keep the children occupied. (It also does wonders to keep you and other parents sane as well.) These indoor birthday party games will help make your next celebration a success regardless of the weather. It solves the dilemma of keeping a dozen or more excited and energetic kids entertained. Here is a list of 15 indoor party games for kids. We’ve […]
In our fast-paced world, it’s often hard to slow down and take the time to really engage with friends and family. We know we ought to do it, but the demands of work, school activities and other outside pressures make it difficult. These classic board games are your secret weapon to help you steal a few hours a week of quality time. By their very nature, a family game forces us to talk and engage with the other players. These […]
There was a time when the greatest new games could not be bought with a click from the App Store. There was a time when gaming was not a pursuit of lone children with poor posture, tired thumbs and illuminated brows. In fact, there was even a time when families of all ages would sit down together and play games in some kind of strange ‘bonding’ ritual. It’s name – the board game. Related articles: 25 of the Best Card […]
Last Updated on February 20, 2019 by Bryan Bigari Video games and especially video games for kids can be quite a fiery topic. Do they enhance intelligence? Are they too violent? Do kids spend too much time in front of the television? While there is plenty of research to back nearly every conflicting viewpoint, for me it’s all about balance. Find the right game, set sensible boundaries, and there is no doubt that your child will benefit, and thoroughly enjoy […]
Games aren’t only for fun and learning outside of the classroom. The right board game can be a great learning tool in your class this upcoming school year as well. This is true both in ESL (English as a Second Language) and traditional English-speaking classrooms. These following games have all been used reliably by teachers to help English learners master new vocabulary and feel more confident in their speaking skills. You’ll find your students will benefit most if you […]
Each day across the world, there’s a battle going on – fought household by household. It’s waged by adults wanting their children to get off the screens and back into the real world. Children resist, usually with the opening gambit of “I’m bored, there’s nothing to do.” Consider this article your supply-drop to the front lines. We’ve come up with a list of four classic low-tech activities to get your child off of the screen and back IRL. Instead of […]
Using flash cards, including multiplication flash cards has long been accepted as a simple, yet effective way to teach children skills that require memorization. Flash cards use repetition to teach a skill and increase recall and therefore, confidence. The idea of flash cards is quite simple. Sit down with a child, show them the problem or question on the front of the card, and then allow the child to think about and provide the answer. As they practice, the repetitive […]
History Of Board Games What is the first board game you can remember playing? What is your favorite board game? Is it Monopoly, Chinese Checkers, Chess, Risk, or a more ancient game like Backgammon or Snakes and Ladders? Perhaps your favorite is Clue created during World War II? People play board games across the world. Today’s generation play board games on tablets or smart phones. Before the digital age, millions of families spent pleasant evenings around a physical board with […]
From plastic figurines to the classic rocking horse, horse toys have long been a favorite for children of all ages. Nothing inspires imaginative play like riding a rocking horse and pretending you’re in a rodeo or setting up a set of plastic horses for a pretend race or horse show. Horse stuffed animals are the cuddly version of a beautiful, majestic animal kids love and dream about. My own daughter is a big fan of horses. This has led to […]
More and more educators are finding success using gaming for education. Minecraft, in particular, has shown its ability to be a game that’s both engaging and potentially educational. For starters, the game allows players to think for themselves in order to survive, and it gives them multiple ways to accomplish pretty much whatever they want to accomplish as they build and create their own world. It is also ideal for bringing math to life, as kids can build and see […]
Summer has come, which can only mean one thing… It’s time to find a nice cool spot by the water to soak up the sun. Whether you’re heading to the nearest beach or relaxing out back in your own pool, there’s no better way to keep your kids active and entertained than with a beach ball. Beach balls encourage healthy exercise and help develop key motor and social skills like teamwork and sharing. There are tons of different sizes and […]
Power Rangers and Power Ranger Toys are truly a blast from the past. The phenomenon started in 1993 with the release of the television show, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, which told the story of five teenagers chosen to battle an evil alien villain, Rita Repulsa, with their transformational powers and Zords (fighting machines)…Got all that? The show was an instant hit, spawning a franchise made up of action figures, video games, costumes and more. Mighty Morphin Power Rangers TV Show Intro […]
“I want to ride my bicycle, I want to ride my bike!” Some kids really love to ride their bike — so much so that it’s a surprise they haven’t sprouted wheels and handlebars! Even young children get in on the action by riding their balance bikes. Whether riding for pleasure, transport or racing, riding a bicycle is great exercise and helps kids build independence. Bonus points if you live in an area where kids can bring themselves to and […]
Product Review for the Card Game “Hoagie”: A Game of Sandwich Building Skill!Our family is slightly competitive in nature and when it comes to card games, nothing is more enticing! So, when we received “Hoagie” in the mail, you can imagine the shrieks of excitement that pierced the air! General Game Description: The colorful packaging and quirky characters on the card design of this game just beg someone to open it and start playing immediately! The simplistic premise of the […]
Gaming is for everyone. There is a gaming computer out there to suit everyone too. Whether you’re a toddler or an adult, studies suggest that gaming improves basic skills like problem solving, memory and decision making. It has also been proven to increase literary, social and executive skills, and reduce impulsiveness and increase mental flexibility. There’s good news for parents too. Video games can increase job performance and reverse age-related mental decline. It’s no surprise that game based learning has become […]
We all remember our favorite childhood toy or toys. Perhaps it was a telephone with googling eyes, or a toy vacuum so you could “help” with chores. We never realized that many of the toys we played with had some educational value as well. These shape sorters are a great toy to allow your child the opportunity to have fun while learning, and not even realize it! Each of these seven shape sorters offer something a little different, but all are sure […]
In many cities and places around the country, room escape games are becoming more and more popular. The concept is simple: a group of players is trapped in a room, usually with some sort of danger or ‘death’ looming, and they must work together to solve puzzles and escape the room. There is generally a time limit and even organizers will tell you that not every group succeeds. These room escape games offer challenging excitement for families or groups and […]