My DD in OZ (3 GC's, 2 boys (10, 4) and girl (8) is really very strict when it comes to screen time so instead games are the order of the day. I spent 10 months with her when no.3 was born and started teaching the children to play cards, starting with pairs. Very soon both older children could beat me and their Mum and Dad. We've progressed to cheat, rummy and other card games such as UNO which they play with their older cousins (12 and 15).
Last year on family holiday altogether in Thailand I taught oldest GS basic cribbage and earlier this year the GD. I understand that they both have now got to grips with the game and are quite proficient. They play plenty of other board games with both the adults and family in their lives, plus jigsaws etc.
They really enjoy playing family games and its so satisfying all playing together. In Thailand we all played ball in the pool from the then 3 year old to me and the older adults. It's such fun to all do something together and strengthens the bond between us all. I just feel so lucky to have the opportunity to enjoy being with them all.
I'll certainly try them out with scrabble next time I see them, plus anything else we can come up with.
Alphabetical girls and boys names January 2024
NEW GAME - ALPHABETICAL groups/bands