Games

For some kids, science and chemistry are fun. Unfortunately, I would bet that it’s not the case for most children these days. So it’s up to us to make it fun! Periodic Quest is a family continue...

Freshen up family game night with Suspend by Melissa & Doug. The (fairly) new balancing game is sort of a remix of an old favorite. It comes with 24 notched, rubber-tipped wire pieces that hang continue...

How can you resist the simplicity of this item? Like a toned down version of a Lite Brite, the Italian made Quercetti Fantacolor Portable – Square Pegs is a different way to create a little masterpiece. continue...

Not all arts & crafting involves original work. With a great set like MoMA Play Town, kids can get creative by building their own cityscape. Featuring the colorful patterns and unique building designs of Laura continue...

I’m no stranger to Little Sapling’s lovely collection of eco wood toys, but their memory-type game is new (and exciting) to me. The Wooden Tile Matching Game takes a well-loved continue...

In keeping with the classic game remix theme, here’s a giant version of another popular family game. Jaques Giant Tumble Tower is Jenga-like game that can build a tower over 4 feet tall. Handcrafted using New continue...

Scrabble Message Board offers s new twist on the world’s greatest board game. Perfect for families who are always coming and going. It’s great because the game can be played over time, without ever having continue...

I’m a sucker for any web based game that involves dress up. It will probably be the one activity that will push me to allow some toddler screen time. Tiny Tiger & Friends is a continue...

This classic game (I’ll take their word for it, because it’s new to me) reminds me of the kind of simple fun that you bring on family vacations and everyone participates in. Perhaps it’s the continue...

I’ve seen iPad cases that make your tablet look like an Etch a Sketch, but a case that transforms it into a modern day version? Well now I need an iPad. With Etcher, a Kickstarter continue...

I’m sure you’ve heard of “kiddie bowling” but this isn’t the same. It’s bowling cats! Made in Portland, Oregon, this set is simple and adorable. It comes with five carved and painted wooden pins dressed continue...

Who can resist the memory game? Make it a well designed memory game, and I certainly cannot. Thirty-six of Alexander Girard’s playful yet sophisticated textile designs and colorful illustrations are featured in this game that’s continue...

What better way to practice the alphabet than with beautiful, 100% recycled art cards? Whether you choose to laminate them for educational play or hang a few on the wall, their unique composition and attention continue...

Beauty in things for children isn’t limited to books and decor. The Felt Mosaic Game is clearly a design loving parent’s dream ‘board’ game. Inspired by the ancient game of tangrams,  this brilliant, open-ended learning continue...