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Review: U.S. History Detective, Book 2
U.S. History Detective, Book 2 covers from the late 1800s through the Obama administration. I would recommend it for 8th grade and up, along with a generous selection of historical novels and biographies for a full Modern American History course.
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Review: U.S. History Detective, Book 1
U.S. History Detective Book 1 focuses on American history from the time of the first European explorers interacting with Native Americans through the Reconstruction Era following the Civil War. I feel it would be perfect for a high school level Early American History course if you included a generous selection of corresponding historical novels and biographies.
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Review: Clumsy Thief Junior
Clumsy Thief Junior is an extremely fun way to imprint the sums adding up to 10 without kids even realizing they are practicing math skills. This is one of those games that adults won't mind playing with the kids.
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Review: Apple Twist
Apple Twist is perfect for homeschoolers to pull out when your student needs a break from reading or pencil-and-paper work.
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Review: Cat & Mouse
Cat & Mouse is a great way to help develop thinking skills in young learners as well as keeping those skills sharp in older adults.
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Review: Diamond Quest
I haven't yet met a Smart Game I didn't like. However, Diamond Quest is one of my favorites so far. I love that it's an non-electronic game that helps strengthen thinking skills with challenges for all ages, from preschool through senior citizens.
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Family Road Trip Reading List
Ah, summertime! Time to hit the open road and enjoy making memories with your kids! Here's a reading list of books for kids with a road trip theme. These would be great to take along on an actual road trip... or if that's not possible, to have a virtual road trip without ever leaving home.
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Kulami Game Review
Kulami is more of a challenge than checkers but not as complicated as chess, which hits a sweet spot for us. It only takes about 20 minutes to play...
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Braintopia Beyond
Braintopia Beyond is a very active game for 2-6 players, with all the players involved on every turn. It would make a great family gift, perfect for hours of fun during the holidays.
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Zig Zag Puzzler
Like other Smart Games, Zig Zag Puzzler is a single-player thinking game. This one focuses on spatial insight, problem solving, and planning.
