Mastermind will long be a favorite game of mine. If you want a game to play with just one child at a time that develops their logical thinking, then Mastermind is the game you want! This post may contain affiliate
Othello
Othello is another 2-player logic game. Even though we’re a family of four, oftentimes, one or more people are not interested in playing a game. This makes 2-player games super important to us! This post may contain affiliate links, meaning
Mancala
Do you need a two-player logic game, but you’re short on funds? Mancala is an excellent game, yet easy to DIY. It has a long history, too! This game is a hit with kids and adults alike. (I love games
Checkers
Checkers is perhaps THE best-known two-player logic game ever. And even better, it uses the same board as Chess, so you can get double the game-play taking up about the same amount of space. This post may contain affiliate links,
Chess
Chess is a classic, but it merits mentioning. This game is full of great strategic thinking and has a rich history. There are even a couple of different options for you and your kids to learn how to play it
Odin’s Ravens
Are you looking for a quick strategy game for just two players? Maybe you want to try a new game for date night. Are you traveling and need more small games? Whatever the case, Odin’s Ravens is an excellent choice!
Boss Monster
Do you, too, have a lover of D&D? Do you have as hard of a time as I do, getting your D&D lover together with a DM? Then you need to check out Boss Monster! Boss Monster is like Munchkin,
Dungeons and Dragons
When I was a kid, the kids who played Dungeons and Dragons were, well, nerds. And not in a good way. However, some friends of mine introduced me to it when I was in college, and I have been hooked
Pandemic
Are you looking for a cooperative game to help with learning world geography? If so, you’ve come to the right place! Pandemic is just that – a fun cooperative strategy game that takes you around the world. This post may
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
Gloom
Does your family love dark, morbid humor and amazing alliterations? Then Gloom is the game for you! This post may contain affiliate links, meaning if you click on it and make a purchase I’ll receive a small commission at no
Love Letter
Love Letter is the perfect game for so many reasons! Fun, small size, quick gameplay, and good strategic thinking make this a winner with any crowd. However, it’s not a game that can be played cooperatively, and it does require
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
Dragon Times
We’re huge dragon fans in my family, and my kids have been working on learning multiplication since they were about five years old. Needless to say, I was pretty stoked to get a copy of Dragon Times, and it’s been
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!
Catan Dice
Are you looking for a non-antagonistic, fun game? Look no further than Catan’s smaller sibling, Catan Dice! This post may contain affiliate links, meaning if you click on it and make a purchase I’ll receive a small commission at no
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
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