One of the best ways to have fun as a family is to play games together. Whether you have a dedicated family game night or just love to play games whenever the mood strikes you’ll love these games. I’ve got a list of the best preschool board games for families.
These games are geared toward anyone ages three and up. As a parent of four kids I’ve play more games in the past 15 years than I liked but these are some of our favorites for the preschool crowd.
I have found that some games for preschoolers are too simplistic or just seem a bit pointless. I like a game to make you think a little. Though even games that don’t have anything educational usually help the little ones with their fine motor skills.
The best preschool board games are the ones that parents don’t mind playing as well. There is no point to buying a game that kids love but parents hate! I have to admit that a couple of the games I included aren’t my favorite (see: Monopoly) and I usually tried to steer the kids away from those. But the kids loved them so much I did end up playing them a lot. Sometimes we have to compromise!
Besides playing games there are other fun activities you can do with your family if you have a preschooler.
- Take a family hike
- Read the book then watch the movie
- Read a book aloud
- Outdoor messy art projects
- Outdoor adventures with kids
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Best Family Games for Ages 3+
The Sneaky, Snacky Squirrel
Reinforce color learning, help develop matching skills, strategic thinking, turn-taking, hand-eye coordination, and fine motor skills with this board game for kids
Pete The Cat The Missing Cupcakes Game
We love Pete the Cat! This is a game of luck, memory, and cooperation.
Retro Series Candy Land
This is the retro version of Candy Land. The game preschoolers love and parents tolerate!
Richard Scarry's Busytown, Eye Found It
This was a big time favorite in our house. It takes a big of space because the board is big so we always played on the floor. Lots of fun and quick.
Shelby's Snack Shack Game: Preschool Game
Ages 4+. Helps teach numbers and counting through play. Also helps develop strategic thinking and fine motor skills.
Chutes and Ladders Board Game
Kids all love this! Everyone plays it as a child. Though as a parent there's nothing worse than getting all the way to the end and having to slide back down. Maybe it teaches parents to be more patient as well!
More Family Games for Ages 3+
Hi Ho! Cherry-O
I have great memories of playing this game when I was young! It teaches counting and fine motor skills.
The Ladybug Game
We played this a lot when the kids were little. It's fairly quick and fun.
Eric Carle Matching Game
The Matching Game is always good for any size of family. I love these Eric Carle cards but there are so many different versions you could get one that your child loves. The Matching Game can be played alone as well.
Sequence for Kids
We played this so much the board fell apart and we had to get a new one. As a parent it was one of my favorites!
Zingo
We played this ALL THE TIME. Highly recommend Zingo!
More Fun Family Games for Ages 3+
Fairy Tale Spinner Board Game
Players spin to select the elements for their fairy tale. When they have collected a scene, a hero, a magical helper, a rival, a magical object, transportation, and a treasure, they tell the tale that these elements evoke.
Heads Talk Tails Walk
This didn't come out until after my kids were at this age but it has great reviews and I love the description:
"Finally, a matching game that is just as fun for parents as it is for kids! The hilarious sounds and movements you have to make to pay make this a great game to play together with your toddler, and a great gift for both parents and children."
Boggle Junior
This is a great way to introduce letters and reading. Boggle Jr is only for 1 or 2 players.
Zingo 1-2-3
We played this a lot as well! Great for learning to count and recognize numbers.
The Cupcake Spinner Board Game
We loved all the eeboo spinner board games. We played one just like this one (no longer available) every day!
I hope you enjoyed this list! If you’re looking for gift ideas check out these lists below.
