Cooperative Strategy Board Game Night
Play cooperative board games (where players work together against the game) rather than competitive ones. This promotes collaboration and communication without the stress of losing to a sibling or parent.
- Takes
- 1–2 hr
- Your setup
- 5 min prep
- Ages
- Ages 7–14
- Mess
- No mess
- Cost
- $$
- Where
- Indoors
How to do it
- 1Choose a game where the family works together to beat the game system.
- 2Clearly explain the rules and the shared objective.
- 3During play, emphasize the value of communication and listening to teammates' strategies.
- 4Gently redirect impulsive moves, asking the child to articulate their reasoning before executing the action.
- 5Celebrate shared success or discuss strategies for the next attempt if they lose.
What they're practising
- Collaboration
- Impulse Control (turn-taking)
- Strategic Planning
- Social Skills