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Did you know that
Sunday, June 6 has been designated as "Family Day?" It's a
great excuse to spend some quality time with your children! So
cancel all of those appointments and sporting events, kick back and just
enjoy each other. Have a picnic, play kick ball and try out one of these
hot new board games!
Spirit
of America
How much do you know about our country’s unique history, remarkable citizens, noteworthy landmarks and natural wonders? This fun family trivia game leads you from state to state, where you answer any of 1500 questions in five categories. The first player to correctly answer 12 questions and reach Washington, D.C., wins. For 2 to 4 players or teams. Ages 10 and up.
Available from Spilsbury
for $21.95.
 3D
Labyrinth
Inside a magic castle is a Labyrinth with mysterious treasures, including the talking magic hat, a golden sword, and beautiful crystals. Players can move the walls on their turn, simultaneously making it easier for them to reach the treasure and more difficult for their opponents. The winner is the player who collects the most treasure cards. Game includes a 3D labyrinth maze, a series of fitted paths, 18 treasure cards, four playing pieces, and instructions in English, German, French, Italian, and Dutch. For 2 to 4
players, ages 4-8. Each game takes about 20 minutes. A Family Fun “Toy of the Year” finalist.
$19.98 from AreYouGame.
(Item ##RB21641)
Dog-opoly
A
creative new twist on a classic game! All the fun of a traditional real estate game, with some tail-waggin’ extras. Players buy dogs, then collect doghouses and big bones. The back of each Dog Deed contains fun facts about each breed. For 2 to 6 players. Ages 8 and up.
$29.95 from Spilsbury.
(Also available, Cat-opoly)
Coca-Cola
Checkers
A
unique twist on Checkers! 24 hand-sculpted and painted bottle caps make this classic game of Checkers as much fun to display as it is to play. COCA-COLA® battles COKE® in this custom COCA-COLA game of Checkers. Packaged in a collectible tin.
Price $14.95 from USAopoly.
Kids
Battle the Grownups
Now both generations can play a game together that’s really challenging for both sides. Teams face each other in a tug of war, with questions for youngsters and oldsters. Which question could YOU answer: "What color shoes did Elvis Presley sing about?" Or, "What is SpongeBob’s last name?" A bestselling game for 2 or more players. Ages 8 to adult.
$29.95 from Spilsbury.
Man
Bites Dog
It’s the Hilarious Headline Card Game! This game is a little different: you’re dealt a hand of cards with words on them, each with a point value. When it’s your turn, construct the headline that earns the highest points… and often the biggest laughs! The first player to get to 500 points wins. It’s a great way to have fun with language for kids and adults alike. Compact enough to go on the road, this game is Extra! Extra! fun. Comes with 106 Headline Cards, three Exclusive Cards and an Instruction Card. For 2 or more
players, ages 8+. $9.98 from AreYouGame.
(Item ##01520).
Go
To the Head of the Class
Yes,
this classic game is finally back! You loved it as a child and today a new generation is playing this fun school-theme game. "Pupils" start in kindergarten and move from desk to desk, grade to grade, until one reaches "Head of the Class" and wins the game. On the way you’ll face pop quizzes, homework and exams. Trivia questions are ranked for difficulty, from "student" (easiest) to "graduate" (most challenging), so generations can play together. For 2 to 5 players, age 7 and up.
$17.95 from Spilsbury.
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Some
of our favorite unexpected places to shop for games:
The
History Channel
(they
have some neat historical themed games)
Things
You Never Knew Existed
(they
have some zany brain teaser puzzles)
Novica
(Board
games from around the world)
New
Line Cinema Studio Store
(Licensed
games built around New Line Cinema movies, such as Austin Powers, Blade,
Lord of the Rings and more)
The
WB Store
(Licensed
games built around Warner Brothers' TV shows and movies, including
Friends, Harry Potter, Scooby Doo and more) |
