Can you believe I never played Pay Day as a kid? It’s true. So I was delighted to find it at the thrift store and to realize it made a perfect addition to our games to learn about money. This
Discount
Consumer math is kind of a hot topic. So many adults don’t understand how to properly calculate a tip or sales tax, let alone discounts; we rely on whatever the cashier tells us we owe. Yet, we want better for
Monopoly
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
Games for Traveling or Small Spaces
Traveling is great, and I think everyone should do at least some. However, I also still like having some games with me. (Actually, I like having a *lot* of games with me, but that’s another post!) Tiny living is also getting more
Jumanji
I’ll admit: I’m a child of the ’80s and ’90s, and I will forever love Robin Williams in the movie Jumanji. If you love the movie as much as me, read on to decide if the game is worth it
Giveaway Time!!!
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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
Catan Junior
Catan and Ticket To Ride are known pretty universally as gateway games. I know they were the first games I was introduced to when I ventured away from the well-known classics. And even though I generally do not bother investing
1313 Dead End Drive
1313 Dead End Drive is a fun one, particularly if you both like Clue, and your family can deal with “take that” antagonistic game mechanics. There are definitely times my family can’t play this game; if anyone is feeling emotionally
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
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
How to Create a Unit Study
Here’s the deal: creating a unit study doesn’t have to be hard. Unit studies can be as simple or as easy as you’d like. I try to incorporate as many different types of resources as I can, but I don’t
What Time Is It?
While digital clocks are more common than ever, analog clocks are still out there. Plus, I think they give a good visual representation of time that can be helpful. However, it can be tricky for kids to learn, which is
Free Print & Play Games
Variety is the spice of life, they say, and I agree! I love having a ton of different games to choose from, but more often than not, my budget says, “Sorry, no.” That’s where free print-and-play games come in! This
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
Auntie Pasta’s Fraction Game
Fractions can be a strong point of contention among many students and their teachers. Teachers and parents know how important fractions are, but often, kids struggle with them. This is where Auntie Pasta’s Pizza Fraction Game comes in! Introduce fractions
Eye Found It!
While games for preschoolers are getting more common, there aren’t as many of them as for older kids. The Richard Scarry’s Busytown version of Eye Found It! is great for young kids, while other versions of Eye Found It! can
Our Gaming Table
When we moved into our bus, one of my requests was that my husband make me a gaming table. I was tired of feeling like we couldn’t work on a puzzle because it would take up the whole table and