Games for Family Time Together
  

Preschool Board Games	Elementary Board Games	Teen Board Games
Preschool Card Games	Elementary Card Games	Teen Card Games
Preschool Computer Games	Elementary Computer Games	Teen Computer  Games

Why should we play games as a family? 

• Multi-faceted games can include elements which strengthen different intellectual skills, such as drawing, building, and word puzzles.

• Skill games can increase physical strength.

• Kids can learn about friendly competition, not just about winning and losing.

• Game time provides an opportunity for you to teach your children life skills such as patience,
concentration, teamwork, honesty, and integrity.
 

How can we make game night successful?

• Set up a scheduled time and date; put it on your family calendar.

• Find games that are age appropriate for your children. If your family varies in age either go with the
youngest, or pair younger family members with older members.

• If the game is new, read the directions ahead of time. (That goes for men too!)

• Discuss good sportsmanship before you start playing.

• Have a variety of games to prevent boredom.

Whether you choose a vintage or new board game, an addicting card game, computer games, or other children’s electronic games doesn’t matter. Any game is a great and inexpensive way to spend time together no matter what ages your families are. After all, you only have to buy the game once; it’s the snacks for game time that cost you! Seriously though, the most important part of a successful game night truly is choosing age appropriate games. Whether your children are preschool age, elementary age, or teens, they each have their own challenges.