10 Board Games That Will Cure Your Boredom

By Molly Congdon | May 18, 2020

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Running out of fun activities to do as a family? You’ve walked around your neighborhood, frolicked in the backyard, and binge-watched way too much Netflix. Nothing beats battling each other for bragging rights by playing a board game. Here are 10 games that will help your brood have a blast.

Operation $13.44

Do you have a couple of cheaters in your crew? This game is for you. No one can argue when a buzzer is involved! Plus, while operating on Cavity Sam, you may discover that you were meant to be a surgeon or, at least, that you just have good hand-eye coordination.

Clue $7.88

Do you like a good mystery? There was a murder and it’s your job to solve the crime. Colonel Mustard in the Billiard Room with the Candlestick? You’ll have to gather the clues to find out.

The Game of Scattergories $14.92

If you have older kids, this is a great game for the whole family to play. This timed mind-game will keep you sharp and test your wit with words. The more creative your answers, the more points you’ll score.

Chutes and Ladders $5.92

It might not look as exciting as the other games, but the board is deceiving. Once you start playing, that’s when the magic happens, and then suddenly you’re hooked! Added bonus: This game will help kids with counting skills.

Mouse Trap $46.50

This game is more than collecting cheese and avoiding mouse traps. As your kids navigate through all the moving parts, it will help them understand the basics of construction and even the reality of cause and effect.

Monopoly $19.82

This classic is known as “The World’s Favorite Family Game.” Who wouldn’t love a game named after an economic concept? As you buy and trade properties, while developing houses and hotels on the ones you keep, the goal is to collect rent from your opponents until you drive them to bankruptcy.