> From: miyu <xmiyux@xxxxxxxxx> > > I am going to need 5-6 games that people would recommend as being decent > games to use. Something fun, 2-4 players, plays in under 40 minutes, and > doesn't need any ridiculous extras. I have standard things, chessboards, > marbles, pawns, poker chips, dice etc. If I may be so bold, I feel that Moon Shot is an excellent "kids game" and its got just enough oddity to scoring to make it a bit of a mental exercise. For example, one can win with the lowest *or* highest score, depending on the game ending condition; and that game end condition *just* ends game, while final score determines the winner, unlike many games where achieving the end condition *makes* one the winner. So there's a bit of unconventional thinking required; there's a strategic focus that's a bit different from "score fast, score often;" and the game at its root is a fun little dexterity challenge. I can also say that Armada is great for kids, though it can lead to some argumentation about precise positioning (the rules clearly state that, if there's any uncertainty then the answer is always "no," but that doesn't stop some folks...). I'll second Treehouse--it's almost too easy to teach, though (like, what? three rules?). Drip is a GREAT little game, but quite simple (two rules, basically?). For older kids, I'd definitely bring out Zendo or Ikkozendo, because they are so awesome for mental stimulation and creativity. But there's also a definite age minimum (any idea how old is old enough, Grand Masters and parents?). And I'm spent.... :-) David