Games for Grandchildren

Board Games

• Whether you have an old-school board game like Chutes and Ladders or a Harry Potter game, board games are a way to challenge your grandchildren. Grandparents can also learn about the newer games that interest their grandchildren which will help put them on the same page as their younger playmates. Try a few options like Checkers, Candyland or Sorry. These games will help grandchildren learn to follow rules and good sportsmanship while allowing you to spend time with your grandchildren. Other board games to play with your grandchildren Trouble, Battleship, Connect Four, Cootie and Dog Dice.

Grandchildren and Card Games

• As a grandparent you have an advantage in the card-game arena, you know more vintage games that can grab your grandchildren's attention. Whether you decide to purchase the themed cards or if you choose to play with a regular deck of cards, you can teach your grandchildren the card games you used to play when you were younger like Gold Fish, Crazy 8s and Old Maid. With regular cards you can play all those games, plus Rummy, War and Memory.

Imagination Games for Grandchildren

• Structured, imagination games let your grandchildren take charge and create a new setting and persona through play. Sometimes grandparents may just enjoy watching these games unfold versus playing them. Imagination games like school or doctor can become something that helps grandchildren decide who they want to be when they grow up. Other imagination games that grandchildren can play are scavenger hunt, tag, hide-and-seek variations, school, doctor and cops and robbers.

Outdoor Games to Play with Grandchildren

• Playing outdoor games with grandchildren can induce laughter, promote exercise for all of you and boost quality time with each other. Playing games like badminton, horse shoes and tennis can be good for the grandparents also without being overactive. Instead of playing tag or hide-and-seek, milder outdoor games like croquet can be more appropriate for grandparents.