It is possible to have a great Family Game Night with preschoolers! Don’t be surprised if your preschooler isn’t the only one having fun!
Our family has enjoyed the following games not only with our preschooler, but with big kids that like to get in on it, too. Keep an eye open for these great board games at your local toy store or game shop.
Family Game Night for Preschoolers
Race to the Treasure by Peaceable Kingdom Board Game
Race to the Treasure by Peaceable Kingdom — A new favorite, I picked this game up at our local gift store. It’s a cooperative game so everyone works together to plot out the path to the treasure. Just beware of those ogres! It’s not an easy game to win, but with everyone winning or losing, little ones won’t be in tears!Buckaroo by Milton Bradley – Not exactly a board game, Buckaroo is a horse, and you know how preschoolers love horses! The goal is to take turns placing Buckaroo’s accessories on him without making him “jump” up! It makes our son laugh and feel a real sense of accomplishment when he manages to win. He frequently pulls this one out to play solo.
Cat and Mouse by Ravensburger
Cat and Mouse by Ravensburger — Adorable and normally a semi-quick play, Cat and Mouse by Ravensburger is a game your preschool will also pull out to play solo! As the mouse, you need to make your way around the circular board collecting cheese…just beware of the cat!Puppy Racers by Parker Brothers — This was one of those town wide yard sale finds and wow is it fun! Place the large, light balls at the end of the puppy path and then race them back and forth! The puppies push the balls back into home. It is so cute and, again, something your child will drag out and play with all by themselves.
Hi Ho CherryO by Milton Bradley
Hi Ho! Cherry-O by Milton Bradley – Hi Ho! Cherry-O is wonderful counting practice and great for developing those fine motor skills since the cherries are rather small. Simply spin the spinner, follow the directions, and fill your bucket with cherries–while keeping them away from the pesky dog and bird, of course!You can almost feel the fun, right? If you have a vintage board game that you truly enjoy, please share it below in the comments so everyone can benefit. Look out for more of our favorite games next week!
Game Night Fun for Everyone
Having a preschooler doesn’t mean that Family Game Night must come to an end. Hopefully the options above will give you a few new ideas!
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