Top 5 Board Games for 4 to 6 Year Olds
Board games are a great way to get children involved in structured game play. For families with multiple siblings, board games are perfect for bringing everyone together. Traditional board games typically end with winners and losers, which can cause kids to become overly-competitive and occasionally emotional. Some more modern board games encourage collaboration and teamwork, laying the groundwork for a growth mindset.
Through play with board games, your child can build turn-taking, perspective taking, fine motor, and early math skills.
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Sneaky Snacky Squirrel Game
Why I love it:
A new take on Hi Ho Cherry-O perfect for targeting concept words like colors and numbers.
Teaches flexibility, perspective-taking, and turn taking.
Cute squirrel tweezers build fine motor skills.
Mermaid Island
Why I love it:
Everyone works together to win as a team in this collaborative board game.
Teaches flexibility and communication for strategic game play.
Hoot Owl Hoot
Why I love it:
Another fun collaborative game where everyone can work as a team.
Opportunities for diverse vocabulary instruction.
Practice team work, flexibility, perspective taking, and collaboration.
Zingo
Why I love it:
Develop diverse vocabulary, early literacy, and matching skills.
Great for practicing questions, sharing, flexible thinking, and fine motor skills.
Feed the Woozle
Why I love it:
Hilarious and yucky food options to keep kids engaged and talking.
In this movement-driven game, pair gross motor movements with vocabulary development.
Not sure how to use these toys with your child? Schedule a parent coaching session to get individualized support!
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