Everyone knows the classic game of Monopoly, right? But do you know how to play it without destroying relationships? How about its educational value? Do you know the history of Monopoly? This post may contain affiliate links, meaning if you
Proof!
Do you need another game to help your kids learn arithmetic? Do you love variety as much as my kids and I do? Then Proof! is the game for you! This post may contain affiliate links, meaning if you click
Fluxx Games
Fluxx games change quickly and are fast-paced. Many games are quick. They’re not cooperative, but so much fun! There are so many different versions, so whatever subject you want to learn, there’s probably a version available for you. This post
Zombie Dice
The zombie craze is still going strong, showing no signs of going anywhere. If your kids love zombies as much as mine, then Zombie Dice can be a great way to sneak in some different math and logic skills! This
Yahtzee
I remember as a kid, we had a travel Yahtzee game, but I never understood how to play it. You can imagine my delight when I had the perfect excuse to learn it along with my kids! It’s the perfect
Qwixx
Gamewright is a solid game company, and we’ve yet to play a game of theirs we didn’t enjoy. Qwixx is no exception! This is a fast-paced dice game, stores small, and a great way to get some math practice in!
Math Dice
It’s hard to find a better game for teaching the joy of playing with numbers. When playing Math Dice, my family likes to see all the different ways we can rearrange numbers and use different operations to get to our
Blokus
Do you have a Tetris fan at home? How about LEGO? If your kids enjoy manipulating small objects, playing with bright colors, and figuring out how things go together, Blokus is sure to be a favorite! This post may contain
Science Explosion
There are so many great science games out there, and Science Explosion is perfect for younger students. Science Explosion provides a nice, broad overview of a variety of different scientific topics. This post may contain affiliate links, meaning if you
Sequence Numbers
Do your kids need more practice with addition and subtraction? If so, Sequence Numbers might be just the game for you! If nothing else, it certainly beats worksheets and flashcards! This post may contain affiliate links, meaning if you click
Mission Critical: Mars
I will be straight-up honest with you. I did not enjoy Mission Critical: Mars. We found it at the thrift store and thought we’d love it. (I mean, we love computers and cooperative games; what could go wrong? Apparently a
Frog Juice
Frog Juice is an out-of-print Gamewright game that quickly became a favorite for my family. It’s similar to Sleeping Queens, in that math is not the primary goal of the game. However, math is a useful part of the game
Engineering Ants
Do you want to introduce your younger child to STEM topics? While there are tons of great books and documentaries, nothing beats hands-on application. Engineering Ants combines fun with engineering and problem-solving for young kids. This post may contain affiliate
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation: The Board Game
If you love whodunits like Clue and crime shows as much as I do, then this CSI board game might be just the thing to round out your collection. With a bit of modification, I do think this can be
Preschool Games
Generally, when most people think of board games, they think of games meant for teenagers or adults. Monopoly or Sorry! if they’re more mainstream, Ticket To Ride or Catan if they’re more into games, or Pandemic, GloomHaven, or any of
Sums in Space
After kids learn to count, and then to add and subtract within 10, it’s time for some slightly bigger numbers! However, usually about the same age kids are working with these slightly bigger numbers, they often go through an extra-competitive
Botley Coding Robot
Okay, no, Botley is not a game. It’s a programmable robot, perfect for preschoolers through early elementary. Robots, programming, and STEM/STEAM not only are hot topics in today’s world, but they’ve been keen points of interest in my house. So
Goldie Blox STEM Kits
STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, and has been all the rage lately. Goldie Blox STEM kits help with at least Science and Engineering. If you’d like to introduce your preschool or early elementary student to STEM topics,
Robot Turtles
Do you have a young child who loves robots, coding, or even turtles? Are you wanting to introduce your child to coding in a friendly, fun way? Look no further than Robot Turtles! Robot Turtles is a great off-screen introduction