Games for four years and up become MUCH more interesting (speaking both as a parent and clinician who has sat through many boring games!). At this age, children are better able to take turns and utilize more advanced visual motor skills. Emerging problem-solving skills and creativity allow for more complex games, too.
Fine motor skills – so many games and toys purport to build them, but do they?
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As a pediatric occupational therapist, fine motor and fun are my forte! 🙂 Let me help point you in the right direction as you look for the right game for your child, your classroom, or your clinic.
Once children turn four, their impulse control has improved significantly and they can begin playing more interesting games.
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Good games for this age group challenge cognitive flexibility and problem solving. I’ve compiled a list that targets a variety of skills & subjects and are lots of fun.
Age: 2+
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Cooperative
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Subjects: Arts & Music, Math & Science, Natural World
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Skills: Executive Functioning, Fine Motor, Sensory Integration, Social-Emotional, Visual-Spatial
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Hurry and work together to help the owls get back to the nest before the sun rises!
Age: 4+
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Cooperative
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Subjects: English Language Arts, Math & Science, Natural World
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Skills: Executive Functioning, Fine Motor, Social Emotional, Visual-Spatial
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My #1 recommendation for young board gamers!
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