Kids learn many concepts throughout childhood in preparation for the adult world. When adults think of learning, it is often thought of as an unpleasant experience of boring lessons, memorization, and testing. These methods are not always conducive to learning authentic information and understanding important concepts. Math is one of kids' least-loved subjects for this very reason. But it doesn't have to be that way.
Children learn the most in both quality and quantity when done naturally through play. Board games take the pressure and frustration out of learning essential topics like math and money by presenting them in an enjoyable format. Kids of all ages can benefit from board games that teach through play. The following board game selection makes learning math and money concepts more fun from preschool to high school.
1. FEED THE WOOZLE
Feed the Woozle is a game for practicing preschool skills, including counting up to twelve during silly and cooperative play. It offers three different play levels to challenge growing children as they work together to feed the Woozle. Ages 3+
2. LOOSE ZEUS
Zeus on the Loose is a fast-paced math game using number cards to climb Mount Olympus and catch Zeus by getting the number total to a multiple of 10. Players use strategy, addition, and subtraction while managing other gods and goddesses' effects along the way. Ages 8+
3. GAME OF LIFE
The Game of Life teaches how the choices we make affect our finances and life, while surprises can affect even the most well-thought-out plans. Players use practical math skills while learning about life-long economic impacts, helping kids think about their financial futures. Ages 8+
4. PRIME TIME
Prime Climb uses prime numbers, factorization, multiplication, and division along with strategy. Players roll the dice, move, and draw cards while navigating around other players to get both of their pawns to exactly 101. Ages 10+
5. MONOPOLY
Monopoly is a classic game dealing with money and economic concepts. You buy properties, pay rent, and manage your money as each player tries to take control. There are countless versions of this game to match a range of ages and interests. The original version is recommended for ages 8+
6. THREE STICKS
Three Sticks is a geometry game that operates in a similar way to Scrabble. Players take turns trying to create shapes on a board while using only two sticks of various lengths during each turn. Ages 8+
