Let’s face it, we can all use a little support when it comes to family bonding these days. There are so many distractions that pull us in every direction. But with Family Talk in hand and the resolve to put down the cell phone, turn off the TV and walk away from the computer it […]
Once again the magnetic lure of magnets entranced and thrilled our testers. Trying to determine the polarity of the polished stones while playing an assortment of games, Jishaku really captivated and tickled our testers. Feeling the pull or push of the magnets as they neared one another delighted young and old as they maneuvered their
Starting with the ingeniously clever take-out box design parents and children were challenged and intrigued with this latest release in the Xeko line of games. Part trading card game, part luck of the draw card game, there is no denying the strong educational element interwoven throughout every aspect of the game. There are quite a
What a fun way to play and teach counting games with your young game player. Brilliantly packaged with the little duckling pieces visible through the window. The game play is ingenious and the instructions are very well written. The game board itself is a work of art and lends itself to the overall feel of
Ready to lubricate your creative juices? Cranium Cadoo is going to give your left brain a workout, but in such a way that you will be laughing and smiling so much that you won’t even realize how trim and buff it is. From the moment you open the box the fun begins. Kids loved finding
Another wonderful game from the very inventive team at Blue Orange. To start with, Blue Orange puts great care into their packaging and the manufacturing of their games, including all safety protocols, which parents noted appreciatively. As for the game itself it is a top notch memory game that kids really enjoyed playing. The ability
If the wonderfully unique game tin doesn’t win you over, perhaps it will be the quality of pieces and the care taken by Blue Orange Games in producing such a superb product. But most likely it will be the game itself which is a great “twist” on the timeless game of dominoes. The twists and
Testers gave very high marks to this fascinating new game, the only downside being that only two players can play at a time, since everyone wanted to get in on the action. Based on an ancient game and equally ancient culture, the experience is quick and fun. The instructions are clear and straightforward and the
This nicely designed game features the kinds of educational component that parents appreciated and many children enjoyed because it featured a subject that they enjoyed, geography. We have always been big proponents of instilling an appreciation of geography to children, a subject that unfortunately is often bypassed in school. Game play is simple and straight
If you are looking for a board game to play with your older children or friends, one that is fun but will also spark discussion and raise issues that are thought provoking, here you go. Given the target age testers were not put off by the complexity of the rules which take a while to
