{"id":13606,"date":"2023-02-23T16:01:49","date_gmt":"2023-02-23T21:01:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/?p=13606"},"modified":"2023-02-23T16:40:53","modified_gmt":"2023-02-23T21:40:53","slug":"article-spring-break-family-fun-and-games","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/article-spring-break-family-fun-and-games\/","title":{"rendered":"Spring Break Family Fun and Games Anywhere and at Every Age!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

It\u2019s almost time for Spring Break! How are you going to spend it? Traveling somewhere? Staying home? Either way, if you have kids, you probably have a plan. If you have kids and are like me, you probably don\u2019t. ?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019ll spend this seasonal respite from the school year at home or on the road, with young kids or \u201cold\u201d kids, here are some fun family activities for a memorable and Spring Break. And why yes! We DO have board game suggestions! Thank you for asking ?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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WITH YOUNG KIDS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Will you have little ones under foot this Spring Break? Kids this age are so much fun because they live in a world of imagination and magic! Here are three ways to explore that world together!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Movie night (or afternoon) at home with themed snacks and costumes.<\/li>
  2. Take it outside! Depending on where you live, you might be spending Spring Break in the snow, so why not build a majestic snow fort. Tip: a few old containers, some water and a little food colouring make beautiful icy building blocks. ?<\/li>
  3. Play board games! Here\u2019s what we suggest:<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    Egg Slam<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Age: 3+\/Players: 2+\/Duration: <15 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    The perfect size to take on the road or play at home, Egg Slam<\/a> is a fun, silly, fast paced colour-mixing family game where players race to call out the colours of eggs laid by Rainbow Birds<\/em>. A fast-action game of colour mixing and matching, Egg Slam<\/a> is simple to learn, easily replayable, and great for teaching children about the rainbow and how colors are mixed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Spot it! \/Dobble – 123<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Age: 3+\/Players: 2\u20138\/Duration: <15 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Test your observational skills and hone your reflexes with Spot it\/Dobble!\u2014123<\/a>, a game of lightning-fast choices. With dozens of awards and so many possible versions like Spot it! \/ Dobble\u2014 Classic<\/a>, Spot it! \/ Dobble\u2014 Animals JR<\/a>, Spot it! \/ Dobble\u2014 Frozen 2<\/a>, and more<\/a>, Spot it! \/ Dobble<\/em> is sure to please the whole family, especially those kids who\u2019ll be home during the break.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Rory\u2019s Story Cubes<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Age: 6+\/Players: 1\u201312\/Duration: <15 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    What better way to dig into imagination than storytelling? And storytelling is what Rory\u2019s Story Cubes<\/a> is all about. In this game, pocket-sized cubes generate new story ideas with each roll of the dice. Just connect the upward-facing images into one story. And this title comes in so many fun versions, including Rory\u2019s Story Cubes\u2014 Heroes<\/a>, Rory\u2019s Story Cubes\u2014 Voyages<\/a>, Rory\u2019s Story Cubes\u2014 Harry Potter<\/a>, and more<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    WITH OLDER KIDS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Once kids are older, they\u2019re a little more independent, but probably still want you around ? and, they\u2019re probably starting to develop their own interests and hobbies. Depending on what they\u2019re into, here are some fun ideas to do together:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. Arts & crafts projects. Why not take this week off homework and extracurricular activities to sit down and get messy, with paint, markers, paper, glue and glitter (OK, maybe not glitter)\u2026.<\/li>
    2. Check out your local museum, library, or wildlife reserve. If you\u2019re traveling, even better!<\/li>
    3. Visit family\/friends\u2014I\u2019m sure Grandma and Grandpa would love to hang out! Or, reach out to some friends and have a play date! The more, the merrier! Speaking of play \u2026 here are some suggestions for perfect games for older kids:<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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      Mysterium Kids\u2014Captain Echo\u2019s Treasure<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Age: 6+\/Players: 2\u20136\/Duration: 15\u201330 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Legend has it, there\u2019s a hidden treasure somewhere inside an old mansion, but to find it, you\u2019ll need the help of resident ghost, Captain Echo. In this cooperative game, you\u2019ll take turns playing Captain Echo, who communicates only through an enchanted tambourine. The goal is to help other players guess the right card among five choices. Will you guess the right sound?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Unlock! Kids<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Age: 6+\/Players: 1\u20134\/Duration: 15\u201330 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Are your kids inquisitive? Looking to figure out how things work, peeking around every corner, and absorbing all the details of their world? Then Unlock! Kids<\/a> will give them a thrill! This made-for kids version of the Unlock!<\/a>, is based on the same principle as escape rooms, and has players decoding encrypted messages, finding clues, and combining items to solve the puzzle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      CATAN Junior<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Age: 6+\/Players: 2\u20134\/Duration: 30\u201345 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      CATAN Junior<\/a> takes families to a place quite different from Catan as we know it. In this kid-friendly version of the classic game<\/a>, players slip into the role of pirates who build lairs all over the islands and set sail to explore new places. A perfect introduction to the CATAN series of games, with simplified building rules, and even a \u201cGhost Captain\u201d!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      TEENS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      While you might not have to entertain this audience too much, you may ask yourself how on earth to get them off their devices, even for a couple of hours. Why not drop them off at the mall with friends for a couple of hours, or have them hang out in your basement with popcorn and a good movie? Or let them invite a few friends over for a relaxed game day? While we can\u2019t promise there won\u2019t be any eye rolls or big sighs, we can bet that (despite their best efforts ?) your teens might just have a little fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Skull<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Age: 10+\/Players: 3\u20136\/Duration: 15\u201330 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Skull<\/a> is a fast paced and tense bluffing game that subtly mixes risk-taking and tactical decisions. Reveal as many flower cards as possible, while trying to \u201cpass\u201d your Skull card without getting caught by opponents. A feat that\u2019s a lot easier said than done! This game is simple to learn, but dangerously hard to win!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Ticket to Ride\u2014Express\u2014New York<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Age: 8+\/Players: 2\u20134\/Duration: <15 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      What teen wouldn\u2019t love a jet-setting trip to New York? In this fast-paced version of Ticket to Ride<\/a>, players race one another through the busy streets of New York City to visit the most prestigious tourist attractions. They\u2019ll learn the game in 3 minutes, and want to play for hours!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Fun Facts<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Age: 8+\/Players: 4\u20138\/Duration: 15\u201330 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Challenge your teens to get to know you a little better, with Fun Facts<\/a>. Read a question: \u201cHow many books do you own?\u201d secretly write down the answer on your board, then, cooperatively, sort the answers in ascending order. Fortunately (or unfortunately, depending on if you\u2019re the parent or the teen), all questions in Fun Facts <\/a>are safe for a family setting. You won\u2019t find any NSFW<\/em> content here! ?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      ONCE THEY\u2019RE IN BED  <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      After long Spring Break days with the kiddos, it\u2019s OK to need a little grownup downtime. Whether you\u2019ve spent the day with popcorn and a movie marathon, running around outside, or running errands, once the kids are in bed, it\u2019s time to relax. Check out your favourite shows with your snacks, a glass of wine (or sparkling water) and your comfiest jammies, invite a friend over for coffee, or enjoy a board game or two with your partner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Azul<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Age: 8+\/Players: 2\u20134\/Duration: 30\u201345 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Azul<\/a> was inspired by painted ceramic tiles called azulejos, found in Spanish and Portuguese buildings. Perfect for a quiet evening, this elegant game of strategy challenges players to decorate the Royal Palace of Evora with the exquisite ornamental tiles. Players score points based on how they\u2019ve placed their tiles and the player with the most points at the end of the game wins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Unlock!<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Age: 10+\/Players: 1\u20136\/Duration: 60 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Feel like a little adventure but the kids are asleep upstairs? Did you know that you can enjoy an escape room experience from the comfort of home? Unlock!<\/a> features a series of cooperative games, each of which, via an app and a single deck of cards, engages the critical thinking parts of your brain. Recreate the excitement and adventure of an escape room by exploring scenes, combining objects, solving riddles, and cracking codes, all around your favourite table. Since the launch of the Unlock!<\/em><\/a> line, more than a dozen versions have been released!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Splendor<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Age: 10+\/Players: 2\u20134\/Duration: 30\u201345 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Splendor<\/a> is a fast, elegant, and intuitive game in which players compete to build Renaissance Europe\u2019s most lucrative and prestigious jewelry business. Collect jewels and vie for control of gem mines, trade routes and storefronts to attract the attention of Nobles. Accumulate victory points as you race towards prestige and glory. Splendor also comes in a two-player version<\/a>, as well as a version for fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Whether you\u2019ll spend the week at the beach, at home in the snow, or on the couch in your comfiest loungewear, there are so many things to do (or not do) this Spring Break.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Looking to add a few games to your week? Click here<\/a> to find these and other great selections at a store near you!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

      What are you doing for Spring Break? On the road? At home? At the beach? However you\u2019ll spend it, take a little time for fun and games!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":20,"featured_media":13607,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1037,1009,1051,874,1010,1071,1019,1077,1078,1084,1013,1098,1107,1005],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-13606","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-catan-2","category-family","category-fun-facts-2","category-games","category-kids","category-rorys-story-cubes-2","category-seasonal-favorites-2","category-skull-2","category-splendor-2","category-spot-it-en","category-teens","category-ticket-to-ride","category-unlock-en","category-whos-playing"],"acf":[],"featuredImageSourceUrl":"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2023\/02\/2023_02_23-SPRING_BREAK-1024x614.webp","productImageSourceUrl":false,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13606","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/20"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=13606"}],"version-history":[{"count":11,"href":"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13606\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":13627,"href":"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13606\/revisions\/13627"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/13607"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=13606"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=13606"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=13606"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}