One of my goals for this year is to use more board games in my classroom. I will be teaching geography and 7th grade English, so there are many games that could be implemented. My trouble has never been finding games that fit with my curriculum. Due to the variety and quality of games that… Continue reading Three Challenges of Using Board Games in the Classroom
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Painting Journal 6/27
With it being summer, I have been very busy painting. Since my last painting journal, I have completed two projects. The first was The Grimm Forest by Druid City Games, which had large and intricate models. I really enjoy painted them because they each had interesting textures and bases to complete the look. It took… Continue reading Painting Journal 6/27
Review of Jungle Joust
Game: Jungle Joust Designer: Adrian Adamescu, Daryl Andrews Published: IDW Games Players: 2-6 players Playtime: 30-45 Minutes Play Type: Betting/ Wagering Synopsis: You have arrived in the capital of the kingdom for the spectacle of the year. Strong warriors riding rhinos are ready to compete in the jousting tournament. Only the quick and mighty will prevail, and it… Continue reading Review of Jungle Joust
Five Reasons to Play with Someone New
Yesterday I had to opportunity to play games with two people whom I had been in contact with through Instagram, and meet in person for the first time. What followed was about nine hours of fun and I was able to play four games I had never played before. It has been a while since… Continue reading Five Reasons to Play with Someone New
Review of Stuffed Fables
Game: Stuffed Fables Designer: Jerry Hawthorne Published: Plaid Hat Games Players: 2-4 players Playtime: 1 hour- 1 Hour 30 Minutes Play Type: Cooperative, Story Driven, Dice Rolling Synopsis: The day has finally come. Your little girl has grown out of her crib into her big girl bed. It is now time for you to step into your… Continue reading Review of Stuffed Fables
Review of Visit from the Rhine Valley
Expansion: Visit from the Rhine Valley Base Game: Viticulture Published: Stonemaier Games Players: 1-6 players Playtime: 1 hour-1 hour 30 Minutes Other Expansions Needed: No Overview Positives: Provides variety Stronger focus on theme Helps to build engine Easier to learn for new players Negatives Replaces prior components/ expansions in game play Cannot be combined with… Continue reading Review of Visit from the Rhine Valley
Premium Board Game Service
A few months ago, Funagain games announced that they would be liquidizing their online store to clear out their warehouses. Many people, myself included jumped on the sales and expressed their condolences that the company seemed to be shutting down, with the exception of their two brick and mortar stores. Two days ago they came… Continue reading Premium Board Game Service
Review of Lucidity
Game: Lucidity Designer: Shannon Kelly Published: Renegade Game Studios Players: 1-4 players Playtime: 20-30 Minutes Play Type: Push Your Luck, Dice Collection Synopsis: You close your eyes, and you are once again sucked into a dreamworld. You have a sense of urgency to break this hold on you. In the darkness lurks monsters who haunt… Continue reading Review of Lucidity
Should You Bring Your Children to Game Night?
I love seeing children interested in the hobby. It means that it will continue to grow over time. As a teacher, I spend plenty of time teaching kids to play and appreciate games. That being said though, not all games are going to work for all kids. When attending a game night where you intend… Continue reading Should You Bring Your Children to Game Night?
Bringing Board Games to Schools
I am someone who enjoys donating my time to my community, especially when it has to do with schools or cats. I used to volunteer every Saturday at our local cat shelter, and I used to collect school supplies and donate them to some of our underprivileged schools. However, my favorite way to donate my… Continue reading Bringing Board Games to Schools
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