Board Games
⭐ MasteredBoard games like chess, ludo, snakes and ladders and checkers have been enjoyed for centuries. They teach strategy, patience and turn-taking. Snakes and ladders began in India.
The ancient Egyptians played Senet over 5,000 years ago.
All about Board Games
Board games such as chess, ludo, snakes and ladders, and checkers have been enjoyed for centuries. They teach strategy, patience, turn-taking, counting and social skills. Many games are played in families and communities around the world.
Snakes and ladders is believed to have begun in India as a game called Moksha Patam, which taught moral lessons. Ludo developed from an ancient Indian game called Pachisi. Playing board games together is a fun way to learn and connect.
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Real-life uses of Board Games
- Playing ludo or snakes and ladders with the family
- Practising strategy with chess or checkers
- Teaching counting and turn-taking to younger children
Frequently asked questions about Board Games
Is chess a board game?
Yes. Chess is a two-player strategy board game, and it has been played for more than 1,000 years.
Why are board games good for children?
They help build concentration, maths skills, social skills and the ability to win and lose graciously.
What is Pachisi?
An ancient Indian game played on a cross-shaped board, which is the ancestor of ludo.