Board games are major fun, but they can also be a great, interactive learning tool. When children play board games, they learn valuable skills such as:
- Turn taking, as well as the skill of knowing when to act and when to wait!
- How to be a humble winner and a gracious loser!
- Children can gain knowledge of how to listen well, follow directions, and respond appropriately.
- Some games help hone the ability to think and plan ahead, and some help children to think about the consequences of their actions.
- Board games can help teach collaboration, and how to make the most of our classmates strengths.
- They can build discussion and communication.
The Allen Centre kicks off again this year with the ever popular board games extravaganza. Back by popular demand, these games are designed to practice the skills underpinning the Key Competency:
Below are some photos of us trialling our new additions!
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