In search of entertainment with your family, grandparents or friends? Rain or shine, inside or out, this book is a survival guide keeping kids of all ages entertained anytime, anyplace.
For many generations, kids entertained themselves – and each other – with time-tested games that challenged their bodies and minds. Today’s children often turn to electronic wizardry as a first choice, but for all its allure, it cannot take the place of spontaneous, inventive, active play – the kind children discover when they play classic games.
These games can be played between children or between adults and children. Playing with adults—definitely! In fact, many adults may remember playing some of these games as kids themselves. A favorite game might even be recalled, but most certainly it’s an opportunity to happily interact and laugh with the family.
For this book, the authors of TravelMates and Hey Mom, I’m Bored! have revised their collection of games, many of which have been around for decades, if not centuries. None of these games requires hard-to-find supplies; most of them don’t need anything beyond what you probably already have on hand.
No reason for boredom, join in the fun!
Story Evans and Lise O'Haire are veteran moms who have extensive experience traveling, carpooling, waiting in lines, restaurants or the doctor's office with their children. They also understand kids want to play anytime, anyplace, indoors or outside.
Playing classic games with their own families growing up--whether it was with siblings,visiting cousins, grandparents, on the school yard or with neighborhood friends--was a indispensable and economical way to entertain all ages.
ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Evans and O'Haire created these books with the intent to combine new technology with old fashion play. Digital devices are everywhere and so are kids who want to play. These games have existed for generations. Now there is a book dedicated to families in this digital environment. Let the games begin!
Story Evans has a background in communications and Lise O'Haire in market research. Both authors live in Atlanta and previously published TravelMates and Hey Mom I'm Bored.
