Once school has been out for a while, surprise the kids with a summer fun and games gift basket! This collection of items helps keep kids occupied on rainy days, or gives families just another way to enjoy the hot summer break. The neat assortment features a game, but includes …
The wonderful and collectible Billy Whiskers board game is based off the early 20th century books by Francis Trego Montgomery. The books shared the numerous adventures of a mischievous goat named Billy Whiskers and were well-loved by children of the time. For all those who played the game, this vintage …
The following best beach games can keep kids entertained once the building of sand castles, wave hopping, sun bathing, and other activities lose their appeal. Plan ahead and have a few ideas ready for when they come over and say, “What can we do?” You will surprise them with giving …
Since the Monopoly game board includes the notorious spaces, ‘Go to Jail’ and ‘In Jail’ (or just visiting), cookie Jail Bars make a unique, correlating snack to offer when playing the board game. Not only do they provide a delicious treat, but they are an entertaining snack to add to …
One of my favorite family board games is Scotland Yard. The game was first published in 1983 by Ravensburger and then later by Milton Bradley in 1985 (shown left). Today, Ravensburger continues to publish this cooperative style Detective and Mister X thriller. It’s a challenging chase and evade game, and …
There’s a Moose in the House by Gamewright is a great card game to play while camping. Even if you plan on camping where there aren’t any moose, the game still brings outdoor excitement to the table. Who knows what other animal can get into your ‘house’ or tent?! The …
Calling All Cars was first published in 1938 by Parker Brothers. The artwork on the cover changed over the years the game was produced, with the earliest version being the most valuable and collectible today. The one shown here is believed to be from the late 1940’s. There is not …
Playing Flashlight Tag is a fun outdoor game for night time play. It is a great activity for both younger and older players. Although similar to the backyard game of Tag, Flashlight Tag offers a bit more chance for level play. Instead of being all about who can outrun who …
Froggy Feeding Fun teaches, develops, and strengthens lots of different talents of a preschooler. Children have a great time playing with the frogs of the game, while learning their colors and numbers, practicing their fine motor movements, and building upon their social skills. All this will certainly make a child …
Parker Brothers published the colorful board game, Jack and the Beanstalk, in 1895. Bringing the adventures found in the popular children’s fairy tale to the players, the game was another way to enjoy the enchanted, imaginary land. The game board and box display beautiful images, showing scenes from the story, …
