In an era when digital screens seem to dominate, the tactile, interactive experience of playing a board game remains a delight. But what if students were given the opportunity not just to play, but to create their own board games? A 'Creating Board Games' unit can be a powerful way to engage students, stimulate creativity, and apply learning in any subject. In my classroom...In our probability unit, I introduced a project where students were tasked with creating their own board games, focusing o
Looking for an engaging way for kids to explore Jesus' ministry, miracles & more? "The Life of Jesus" Board Game is perfect for them to discover the key events in His life, from His birth in Bethlehem to the birth of the Church at Pentecost & everything in between. This free printable game features Bible verses & challenges, Disciple playing pieces, & even paper dice for kids to make, too! Understanding & sequencing the main events of Jesus' life can sometimes be tricky for kids, especially when the church lectionary jumps around a little too. So I created this game a few years ago to help the children in our church celebrate the key aspects of Jesus' ministry, & help them put the events into context. The playing board is made up of stepping stones which guide you through key moments in Jesus' ministry, each of which has a Bible reference, so if you wish, you can look it up & discover more. Obviously, there are many more moments in the life of Jesus, but I've tried to keep the game succinct for a younger audience. What makes this game extra special is that the playing pieces are Disciples, all you have to do is choose which one you will be! To help introduce them, I've included their names alongside the playing pieces. A board game wouldn't be a board game without some challenges along the way, so around the board, you'll find a few 'surprise squares' to keep you on your toes, but don't worry, these are super simple & fun for all ages to follow. You can download your free printable "The Life of Jesus" board game & playing figures here: Printable Board Game & Playing Figures For best results, print onto A3 card. An A4 version will work for a small number of players. To play the game you'll need a die, but don't worry if you don't have one, you can print & make a free paper one here: Printable Paper Dice I shared this game with the kids in our Church Sunday Club a few years ago & it was a real hit; in fact, a couple of them even took the game into school to share it with their friends. How great to see young disciples sharing a game about disciples with the possibility of making new disciples! All from one free printable - just brilliant! To keep the playing pieces safe, we glued our A3 printable games into a Pizza Box (available online), which they then decorated inside & out, truly making the game their own. Wherever you play this game, I hope you enjoy it as much as we did, & discover something new as you walk through the life of Jesus. If you're looking for more faith resources, you might find these useful: Lent Resources Prayer Activities
Teach about the rock cycle in a creative way with this printable geology rock cycle board game~ The Rock Collectors. Geology will never be boring again!
Use this board game to practise the Passive Voice. Don't forget to pre-teach or review before playing! Enjoy. - ESL worksheets
Do you have at least one to two weeks left of school? Do you want your students ENGAGED in school until the end?? If you said YES, then there is a Math Game Board Project for you and your students! CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD This is seriously, hands down the best way to end the school year with your students. Every year I end with the End of Year Math Game Board Project is a happy year for my students and I. I am able to pack up my room, finish grading, and I don't have to stay after school. Kids are engaged, they loved making the board games, and the rubrics make it easy for everyone to get an A (which also helped in grading)!! Creative Original Student Made Teacher Reviews "This is a fantastic resource! Thank you so much! Can't wait to use it again this year!" -Alissa "My students loved this!" -Nicole "This helped keep the kids engaged during that tough time of year!" -Lyndsay "Awesome activity! My students' creativity shined in this assignment." -Jeanna "Thank you for this resource. It is excellent. My students took advantage of it. Perfect end of the year project!" -Teacher "Students loved this. It was the perfect way to end the year on an educational but fun note." -Teacher "Students loved this." -Michelle "This was so much fun. My stents got competitive on their games and now I have some for next year!!!!" -Teacher "This activity saved me with 8th graders the last few weeks of school." -Wendy This project saved and helped many teachers finish strong and kept the students ENGAGED. I have even had past students come back to my room at the end of the year BEGGING me to play one of the board games. How cool is that? Students asking to visit your classroom and play educational games? Yes! Truly the best way to end your school year. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD I hope this End of Year Project is a HIT in your classroom too! Just remember for the end of the year it's all about keeping those students ENGAGED until the last minute. Happy Teaching!
Use our printable game board and learn how to play the ancient Roman game of tic tac toe, also known as Rota, or Terni lapilli.
12 interactive and fun games to teach self-control and build self-regulation skills for kids and teens. Strong skills for self-control are the foundation for success in and outside of the classroom.
This is a fun board game to help children develop skills such as problem solving, communication as well as practice counting.
turn board games to display books. Storage solutions that are smart and stylish to organize board games. A beautiful way to keep games on a shelf
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Hello! I’m Rachael from the Classroom Game Nook Blog. I created a fun board game for students to practice making singular nouns plural! It’s all done for you in one easy download available only on my blog! Check it out! Hop on over to my blog to get your freebie! You Might ... Read More about “Make It Plural!” {A board game for practicing singular and plural nouns}
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This Three Hole Washers Game is easy to make and fun to play–it's perfect for all ages! Official rules and how to keep score.
Monopoly is a game familiar to everyone around the world but this version has teachers super excited. This version uses Math strategies to take you around the board. This game is aimed at 7+ years…
Make your own Jeopardy game board - use with any subject
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How to make a indoors or outdoors horse racing game. This is a great activity for the elderly and young alike. And can be played by large or small groups.
If you've ever wondered how to make geography more interactive, this list of 100 hands-on geography activities for middle school is perfect for you.
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If you would like to learn how to make your own Cornhole Board then check out these easy to follow instructions inside this article. Please be careful and always ask for help from an adult.
Use these 10 board games to boost handwriting development for your preschool to early elementary aged child.
This blindfolded maze game teaches obedience to children. My kids loved playing this game, wanting to try completing the maze over and over again. Teaching through games speaks volumes to kids. The concepts resonate with them because kids learn through play. Some people are questioning whether obedience is outdated. They don’t want their children being...Read More
My kids love to play this fun game! The game of SKUNK, that is!
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Maximize your cupboard space and get rid of worn boxes once and for all with these simple Board Game Storage and Organization tips! We keep a cupboard in our family room stocked with board games and card games that we can grab easily and be ready to play. The cupboard is filled with games that ...
how to make book cloth to turn board games into books. A linen texture to cover a cardboard book box for a durable hard cover. A step by step tutorial
Board Games are a great way to make learning fun in your homeschool or classroom! You can teach or review almost any subject using board games!
UPDATE: As of December 2023, @pilotviruet is no longer on Twitter and it appears that this pattern is now available via a different site here. There is also an option on Ravelry, designed by Emma Cameron. Twitter user @pilotviruet wins Christmas, there's no debate! This lucky ducky received the best gift from mom, a handmade
The hottest design trend for 2024, this DIY wood bobbin trim for your board and batten will change the game! It's such a fun and darling addition to your wall paneling and it's perfect for a bedroom, playroom or entryway. You can even add them to dressers and cabinets!
Do you need a good way to store all the games in your house? I'm so excited because I've found a fabulous way to organize board games!
