I grew up playing board games and my kids all have loved them too. Wonder Forge, a Seattle company that creates good-for-you games that promote active-play and teamwork for children and families. Here are a few from their Disney line:
Jake and the Never Land Pirates, Who Shook Hook?
Ages: 4+
Number of Players: 2 or more
MSRP: $19.99
Captain Hook is snoozing in his hammock, surrounded by all the treasure he’s nabbed from Jake and his pirate crew. Spin the spinner to choose your challenge, then use the sword, the fishing pole, or the shovel to pluck a piece of treasure!
But steady as she goes–you need to grab the loot without sending Hook tumbling into the water where Tick Tock Croc awaits. This imaginative, play-packed game is sure to be a hit with clever little pirates.
Our Take: Fun game and uses some great fine motor skill when you’re trying to remove the pieces with each of the tools! I can see the wheels turning while deciding which tool to use and which item to remove from the hammock! The only challenge is balancing all the items plus Hook at the beginning of the game. Have on person gently hold the hammock from the bottom and another placing the items on.
Dazzling Princess Game
Ages: 4+
Number of Players: 2 or more
MSRP: $19.99
Celebrate your favorite princesses and collect sparkling jewels to decorate your bracelet, ring, and tiara. Are you ready for the ball? Let your inner princess shine in this fantasy-filled dress-up game.
Our Take: the girls loved playing this game. It’s like playing charades, princess detective, and dress-up all in one and the heart card reader is fascinating to the kids. “How does it do that?” is what I heard from my 6 year old. This game has been played about 3 times in a row in each instance, and what little girls don’t love crowns and jewels?!
Fun for the whole family, check out the other great games from Wonder Forge, http://www.wonderforge.com/products/.
Products sent for honest review.