Are you about to hit the road and want to bring a game for the whole family, perhaps at home with friends or even alone for some relaxation? Word Splice might just be what you are looking for. This fun card game is packaged in a small, light box and easy to carry anywhere. Two to six players can play it, or you can choose to play solo by exploring the many versions of Word Splice Solitaire. Parents raved about the instruction booklet, which includes directions for all games on a single sheet folded into a booklet. For those who hate instructions, these are not intimidating at all. This word game is best described as a cross between Scrabble and Rummy. Different letter cards have different point values; you need to form new words or insert cards into existing words to create new ones. Parents felt it could be a great motivation for new readers and writers, as it successfully makes it fun to spell words. Another interesting aspect of the game that caught the eye of our parent testers is that it is beautifully handmade! It has a little bit of a vintage vibe to it. Testers told us they like finding and supporting products from independent small businesses. They can be a little pricier than products from big companies, but they make great, thoughtful gift ideas. Oh, and let’s not forget the advantage of the small, lightweight design of the package. It is ideal for travel or even to have on hand when waiting in a doctor’s office or restaurant with the kids.