Game Night Guide

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5 Games for 5 Year Olds

A checklist of fine motor skills to look for as your little one grows...

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Family Game Night: No Adults Necessary

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A lively group of five people, including children and adults, playing a card-based game on a couch. Everyone is laughing and engaged—emphasizing joy and family connection.

How to Choose the Perfect Family Game Night Game

A checklist of fine motor skills to look for as your little one grows...

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Family Game Night: Best Board Games for 3 Year Olds

A checklist of fine motor skills to look for as your little one grows...

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A checklist of fine motor skills to look for as your little one grows...

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Family Game Night: Best Board Games for 3 Year Olds

A checklist of fine motor skills to look for as your little one grows...

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A checklist of fine motor skills to look for as your little one grows...

Two children standing at a small table, concentrating on a matching or memory game using cards with pictures and words. The focus is on cognitive skills and cooperative play.

5 Steps to a Fun Family Game Night With Toddlers

A checklist of fine motor skills to look for as your little one grows...

A close-up of a child’s hands matching illustrated animal cards, probably part of an educational or memory game. The child is fully focused.

‘One Minute to Win It’ Quick Party Games for Kids

A checklist of fine motor skills to look for as your little one grows...

A checklist of fine motor skills to look for as your little one grows...

Two children standing at a small table, concentrating on a matching or memory game using cards with pictures and words. The focus is on cognitive skills and cooperative play.

5 Steps to a Fun Family Game Night With Toddlers

A checklist of fine motor skills to look for as your little one grows...

A close-up of a child’s hands matching illustrated animal cards, probably part of an educational or memory game. The child is fully focused.

‘One Minute to Win It’ Quick Party Games for Kids

Family sitting around a table playing card game. 

How to Choose the Perfect Family Game Night Game

A checklist of fine motor skills to look for as your little one grows...

Family Game Night: Best Board Games for 3 Year Olds

A checklist of fine motor skills to look for as your little one grows...

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A checklist of fine motor skills to look for as your little one grows...

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‘One Minute to Win It’ Quick Party Games for Kids

The best games are the ones that are easy to set up and even easier to play. Here are some of our best picks for quick party games that will be a guaranteed success among the kids. The best part? These games are perfect for all age groups.

Make your own Guess in 10 cards with this free printable!

Enjoy the award-winning best-seller Guess in 10 by Skillmatics with a fun twist. Encourage your little one to use their creativity and draw the right image based on the clues on each card. Download the printable and create your own Guess in 10 cards.

Why flash cards are an effective learning tool for kids

I often advise parents of school-aged children to use flashcards at home or on the road as a great way to support the learning that happens in the classroom. The Skillmatics cards are also fabulous because the sturdy, double sided flashcards with realistic imagery work wonders for developing language in toddlers! I encourage you to grab the Skillmatics flashcards for an enjoyable learning experience while bonding and having a great time with your child(ren) or students. Enjoy!

The Best Educational Indoor Games for 3-Year-Olds

Being three is a special developmental time for children—it’s a big year of emotional, mental, and physical growth. Being three is a special developmental time for children—it’s a big year of emotional, mental, and physical growth.

Summer Activities for Animal Loving Children

Animals contribute positively to a child’s development as they further social and emotional growth while stimulating intellectual curiosity and strengthening fine and gross motor skills. Here is a list of some of the exciting games and animal-themed activities that your children can enjoy!

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