How to choose a board game for children?

In a world that promotes individualism, board games offer a pleasant opportunity to have fun with the family and have a good time together, and not each on his own. For children, this is a great time to discover new entertainment while developing their skills. For parents, it is about sharing a moment of conviviality with their children. But which game to choose for your children? Faced with the current profusion of board games, the choice is complicated. In this article, discover the different criteria to take into account when choosing the right board game for children.

Contents 1 The age of the child 2 The world of the child 3 The complexity and duration of the game

The age of the child

This is the first criterion to take into account when choosing a board game suitable for a child. Each game box usually has an inscription on the age from which the game can be played. This takes into account the capacity of the child to understand , analyze or interact with its environment. The age listed is obviously not an exact science. Indeed, some children can easily play board games dedicated to older ages and others who have trouble getting by with games they have outlived. Anyway, the age on the box is a base indicative for choosing a board game.

In general, board games are played from the age of 3.

• From 3 years old:prefer cooperative games that encourage them to develop their group strategies.
• From 4 to 5 years old:competitive games can make their debut, such as the famous croque-carotte board game. The choice becomes wider and will have to take into account the universe of the child.
• Between 6 and 8 years old:this is the introduction of more sophisticated games, requiring higher concentration and thinking skills. Parents can intervene to explain the rules of the game.
• Between 9 and 12 years old:this is the beginning of great adventure games, complex card games, wargames, etc.

The world of children

Choosing a board game for a child also requires taking into account his universe. Beyond the game mechanics themselves, a child will be interested or not in a game depending on his universe. Animals, knights, firefighters, fruits, zombies, car races, shopping, princesses, pirates... the range of games that exist is vast and unlimited. It's up to you to choose a theme that matches your child's universe!

The complexity and duration of the game

Complexity is also one of the criteria that helps parents choose a game that is suitable for their child . It goes without saying that a game that requires a lot of thinking and is difficult to play will be boring for the little ones, and vice versa. Find a game that suits his intellectual abilities.

Just like the complexity, the duration of the game can also influence the choice of a board game. The longer a game is, the more boring it will be for a toddler. It is therefore necessary to choose a game with a reasonable duration, around 10 to 15 minutes.