This is the basic version of the classic Sequence. Help them to learn the pictures, and then add in the strategy.

This is a simple matching game. They can play this as they learn what will match with what. It says age 6+, but even the smallest of kids can point to pictures that match. Adjust your expections.

Fun game for littles. Teaches following directions, emotions, counting, body parts, color, animal sounds, and actions.

Be aware that in the beginning, the stories will be nonsensical. But, that is okay! Let them talk. Share a story of your own. This is so great for building language skills. As they learn more, their stories will improve and make a little more sense over time.

This is a fun and simple game. Play with tiles showing until they catch on to the strategy part of the game. Adjust the rules as they progress.

Think Clue for preschool. Fun and cooperative board game that is perfect for younger kids.

Another fun game that encourages cooperation. There are 3 levels of play, so you can adjust the difficulty as they learn.

My boys LOVED this one!

Uno is a classic. My boys had many Uno tournaments with cousins, took on campouts, and they even created a sort of solitaire version when they were all alone.

I remember playing this with MY grandma!

Updated version and a little faster to play than the original.

This game is always a hit. The littles can even join in the beginning!

There are many versions of this game, so pick your favorite. This is a trivia game with options.

This game is so much fun! Question and answer cards, humor, and so much laughing.

Another fun game where guessing is involved.

Another game with many versions. Great game for teaching strategy.

Do you remember playing this? Strategy and memory skills.

Be quick! Easy to learn and fun for hours!

Many version of this, as well as extensions. My grown kids come home and play this for hours. These games are all still rated G, but they are all fan favorites with our kids.

This is another game that my kids love. They still go over to their grandma's house and play with her!

Fun game with lots of word play.

Great game of comparisons. This has been a favorite with all my kids' cousins over the years.

General rule of thumb would be to have a deck of cards for each person.

These are fun for any age, but especially the little ones.

This can be plain blocks when they are little, and then the designs can challenge the older kids.

These can become anything, and are great for playacting and dancing!

Dawn E. recommends this game saying: I purchased it a few years ago as a new game for New Year’s Eve. I required everyone to wear some kind of pirate costume, even if just a hat. I also purchased a pirate medallion necklace at the party store for the winner, which they would keep for the next year. In addition, the winner would be named the Pirate King/Queen. A new tradition was born. The competition has been fierce and fun and this game kept us sane during Covid. I hope you give it a try!

Left Center Right came in as a recommendation from Valerie C., a friend of Laura's. She says her family plays with dollars and people get crazy excited. Quarters can be used with younger children.