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296 – Boardgames and Reading – The Family Gamers Podcast

June 6, 2022 Anitra Smith The Family Gamers Podcast

How can boardgames help build reading skills? Plus facts and giveaways!

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Building Reading Skills with Boardgames

June 1, 2022 Anitra Smith Resources for Parents
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Even games that don’t require any reading can help your child build important reading skills, including: Fluency, Cohesion, Background Knowledge, and Executive Function.

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SNAP Review – Sherlock Holmes: Baker Street Irregulars

March 18, 2022 Anitra Smith SNAP Reviews

Up to four readers solve mysteries and puzzles in this graphic novel adventure. But can you really play without all four books?

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Leave a comment 3 players, 4 players, adventure, books, mystery, puzzles, reading, Sherlock Holmes, solo, Van Ryder Games

Gameschool for the Boring Parts (Math and ELA – Part 4 of 4)

May 26, 2021 Anitra Smith Resources for Parents
Number Ninjas dice

The 3 Rs (Reading, wRiting, and aRithmetic) are a huge part of elementary school, even at older ages. Can games make these “boring” subjects more fun?

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Leave a comment Family Games, gameschooling, math, reading, word games

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