Board Games

Children learn from everything they do and board games are no exception. To teach children reading and spelling skills, let them learn with fun, hands-on play.

Sep 25, 2009 - Robin Montanye

Educational board games do not have to feel educational. Many of the traditional board games that kids enjoy also teach children to count, spell, or to think logically.

Aug 29, 2009 - Robin Montanye

The inherent simplicity of Dominoes adds to its popularity because it makes the game easily understood and therefore easily taught to children of all ages.

Jan 25, 2010 - Nicole Avery

When one first plays scrabble, many of the words a more skilled opponent uses seem questionable. Here are a selection of those words that come into question.

Dec 14, 2009 - John Arthur

Scrabble's popularity as an endlessly challenging game keeps growing. Learn how to play a variation called Group Scrabble that can include up to six players.

Dec 3, 2009 - Carol Cram

Rummoli is easy on the budget, great fun to play, and the perfect game for a group of revelers on a holiday evening. Learn a few simple rules and watch the chips fall.

Dec 3, 2009 - Carol Cram

Now, here's an irony; a young man from one of the least red meat capitalist countries on the planet has won the World Monopoly Championships.

Oct 23, 2009 - Rupert Taylor

Tripoli, a game played in various phases, is an excellent party game. With a game that combines betting, poker, and rummy, it has something everyone will enjoy.

Oct 18, 2009 - Emily Retherford

Learn how to win a game of Monopoly every time by playing conservatively, trading wisely, and turning yourself into a true entrepreneurial genius!

Oct 1, 2009 - Adam Vargyas

Ever feel bored with a board game? Here is a variation on the standard "whodunit" game Clue which will sharpen every player's wits.

Sep 28, 2009 - Josanna Simpson

The great game of Monopoly from Parker Brothers is even more fun when you win. Having the right trading strategy will help.

Sep 14, 2009 - James Hutchinson

Frustrated at missing the best starting spots in Settlers of Catan? This article explains how to find out that perfect spot to place a settlement.

Aug 16, 2009 - Sarah Spiker

In the game Settlers of Catan, one's long-game strategy begins when placing settlements. Reading the starting board is an essential tool for settling success.

Aug 16, 2009 - Sarah Spiker

Risk 2210 AD is a futuristic advanced version of the traditional Risk, produced by Avalon Hill. Below are some helpful hints and strategy tips for playing.

Apr 26, 2009 - David Burton

Tournament Monopoly is back in full swing. Hasbro's World Monopoly Championship is coming to Las Vegas in October.

Apr 17, 2009 - Matthew McFarland

Race for the Galaxy is a card-based, empire building game that is both fun and competitive for parties of 2-4 players.

Apr 13, 2009 - Kevin Moore

BattleLore is a light strategy board game that provides a plentiful variety in gameplay and hours of fun.

Apr 1, 2009 - Kevin Moore

A veteran of the computer games industry casts aside technical innovations to explore a more traditional side to gaming, suggesting grandparents as the ideal tutors.

Mar 25, 2009 - Ian Terry

Toymaker Hasbro will mark Candy Land's birthday in 2009 with a special edition game and a full-length feature film.

Mar 19, 2009 - Tricia Masenthin

Tips to help established Rail Baron players select the best strategy for winning the classic board game.

Jan 28, 2008 - James Hutchinson

An introduction to Rail Baron, the classic board game of strategy that is fun for ages 10 and up.

Jan 28, 2008 - James Hutchinson

Backgammon is a game that combines skill and luck that has been around for centuries. Getting the hang of the rules takes practice, but it is not difficult.

Sep 25, 2007 - Shawn Landis