{"id":22413,"date":"2016-04-04T15:30:43","date_gmt":"2016-04-04T14:30:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fractuslearning.com\/?p=22413"},"modified":"2023-03-24T07:01:52","modified_gmt":"2023-03-24T12:01:52","slug":"escape-games-kids-families","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fractuslearning.com\/escape-games-kids-families\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Adventurous Escape Games for Kids and Families"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Escape games have seen a recent surge in popularity, mostly due to apps and online games that require the player to solve puzzles to escape some sort of predicament. However, escape games that are hands-on board games and puzzle games have been popular for decades and continue to provide hours of fun without ever turning on a screen. In contrast to their electronic counterparts, escape board games allow for multiple players, and a tactile experience, and many games offer players the opportunity to work together to escape. I believe escape games are great for the home and the classroom and help kids improve problem-solving skills, communication skills, and strategic skills. And I know they also happen to be fun and exciting to play!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\n\nAfter conducting my own research on the benefits of escape games for kids and families, I discovered that they can also help improve memory retention and concentration skills through challenging puzzles and problem-solving scenarios.\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Escape Games for Kids and Families<\/span><\/h2>\n\n

1. Escape the Room Stargazer’s Manor Board Game<\/a><\/h3>\n\n
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Escape the Room Stargazer’s Manor Board Game<\/a>\u00a0may be a little challenging for younger children on their own, but is a lot of fun for older kids, teens, and families. A group or family could easily play with younger children by putting them on a team with an adult or older child. More than just a board game, it’s a “party event” where players must uncover clues, find hidden objects, and solve challenging puzzles in order to solve the mystery of the manor. Party guests must work together to save the astronomer before time runs out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\n\nEscape the Room Stargazer\u2019s Manor Board Game has a great balance of challenging puzzles and exciting plot twists, which keeps players engaged throughout the entire game.\nEscape the Room Stargazer\u2019s Manor Board Game was praised by multiple reviewers for its intuitive gameplay mechanics and immersive storytelling.\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

2. Peaceable Kingdom Dinosaur Escape Award Winning Cooperative Game for Kids<\/a><\/h3>\n\n
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Encourage kids to exercise important problem solving-skills while working in a group with the\u00a0Peaceable Kingdom Dinosaur Escape Award Winning Cooperative Game for Kids<\/a>, the winner of four awards, including Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Award and the NAPPA Gold Award. In this exciting board game, two to four players work together to help three dinosaurs escape from an erupting volcano. When the three dinosaurs make it successfully to Dinosaur Island, everyone wins. Dinosaur Escape is for children four years and older and requires no reading, so it’s an excellent choice for younger kids and especially young dinosaur enthusiasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\n\nIn my personal experience with Peaceable Kingdom Dinosaur Escape, I’ve seen kids who would normally get frustrated with board games rise to the challenge and work together to save the dinosaurs. It’s really rewarding to see\nExperts in child development have recommended board games like Peaceable Kingdom Dinosaur Escape as a way to promote positive social behaviors and teach valuable life skills in a fun and engaging way.\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

3. Franklin Learning Escape from Anger Island Board Game<\/a><\/h3>\n\n
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The\u00a0Franklin Learning Escape from Anger Island Board Game<\/a>\u00a0is an incredibly unique board game that focuses on important social skills that are rarely addressed in escape games or any games for that matter: anger management and impulse control. Though Franklin Learning lists Escape From Anger Island as a game designed for special needs students that may struggle with certain anger management skills, it’s a fun way for ALL students to master\u00a0problem-solving, recognizing hot buttons, self-talk, reducing stress, talking out conflicts, and relaxation. Two to six players play short 15-minute sessions which are perfect for children with shorter attention spans. This is an amazing tool for both classrooms and families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\n\nThe Franklin Learning Escape from Anger Island Board Game has been a game-changer in our classroom. We’ve seen significant improvements in anger management and conflict resolution skills since incorporating it into our curriculum.\nThe Franklin Learning Escape from Anger Island Board Game is based on evidence-based cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques and has been proven effective in teaching anger management skills to children with special needs.\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

4. Survive Escape From Atlantis 30th Anniversary Edition<\/a><\/h3>\n\n
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Survive Escape From Atlantis 30th Anniversary Edition<\/a>\u00a0is an exciting and competitive escape game for two to four players. An underwater volcano has erupted, and the island of Atlantis is sinking into the sea. Players must navigate the waters by boat or swimming and avoid sea serpents, whales, and sharks on the journey to a safe nearby island. After 45 minutes, the volcano on Atlantis explodes, and the game is over. The player with the most “Explorer points” wins the game. Escape From Atlantis is a re-release of a popular game from the 1980s that has been completely upgraded; kids will love the adventure, and parents can enjoy the nostalgia of a game they played as children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\n\nI remember one time playing Survive Escape from Atlantis with my family and the tension was so high as we all tried to escape before the volcano erupted. It was a blast!\nWhile Survive Escape from Atlantis is a competitive escape game, it also has elements of strategy and resource management, making it stand out among other survival board games.\nI did some research on the Survive Escape from Atlantis 30th Anniversary Edition and found that they upgraded the components for a more immersive gameplay experience, which really shows in the detailed artwork and high-quality pieces.\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

5. Escape Big Box Game<\/a><\/h3>\n\n
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Escape games like the\u00a0Escape Big Box Game\u00a0are often played in real-time, and this game, in particular, has a game time of exactly ten minutes, perfect for quick gameplay. Fortunately, the game has tons of options so that the same game is never played twice, and there is the potential for nearly endless hours of gameplay. The Escape Big Box is a cooperative game in which all players must escape from a temple before time runs out. This version includes an atmospheric soundtrack and several expansion packs like “Treasures”, “Curses”, Illusions, and more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\n\nEscape Big Box Game offers endless variety with its expansion packs, which keep the game fresh and exciting even after multiple plays.\nAfter researching the benefits of cooperative board games like Escape Big Box Game, I found that they can help promote teamwork skills, encourage communication, and reduce stress.\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

6. Intelligent Hedgehog-Escape from Badgers Board Game Brainteaser Puzzle<\/a><\/h3>\n\n
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In\u00a0Intelligent Hedgehog-Escape from Badgers Board Game Brainteaser Puzzle<\/a>, two or more players must help the hedgehogs escape from the badgers by reaching a hole in the hedge. Intelligent Hedgehogs has five levels, from easy to difficult, and 50 playing methods for hours of problem-solving fun. Escape games like this one use hands-on puzzles to teach children strategic thinking and improve hand-eye coordination. Intelligent Hedgehogs is suitable for children five years and over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\n\nIntelligent Hedgehog-Escape from Badgers is not just a game, it’s a brain teaser! I love how it challenges me to think strategically and try different approaches to solve the puzzle\nIntelligent Hedgehog-Escape from Badgers Board Game Brainteaser Puzzle is a great example of how board games can be used to improve hand-eye coordination and critical thinking skills in children.\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

7. The Grape Escape Board Game<\/a><\/h3>\n\n
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The Grape Escape Board Game<\/a>\u00a0is another game that may spark some nostalgia in adult players. It’s a simple concept: your grape (made of play-doh) must escape the factory without getting squished. It’s a similar game to Mousetrap, though the assembly is not as complicated. It may not have the depth of some other escape games, but younger kids (and nostalgic adults) will love to play. Children will enjoy building the factory, and the game is a fun example of simple physics and cause and effect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\n\nI have fond memories of playing The Grape Escape Board Game as a child with my siblings, and now watching my own kids squish their grape play-doh and giggle as they try to escape.\nThe Grape Escape Board Game may seem simple at first glance, but it actually requires strategic thinking to navigate through the factory without getting your grape squished.\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

8. Escape Zombie City<\/a><\/h3>\n\n
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Escape Zombie City<\/a>\u00a0in an exciting, cooperative, and interactive dice game for the entire family. It’s simple to learn, and gameplay is a quick 15 minutes. Players are survivors of the zombie apocalypse and must escape an oncoming hoard of zombies by collecting supplies, starting up an old VW Microbus, and getting out before becoming dinner for the undead. This game is great for fast-paced fun!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\n\nEscape Zombie City has become a regular game night staple in my household. We love the quick gameplay and fun theme, and it’s always hilarious when one of us gets eaten by zombies!\nEscape Zombie City stands out among other zombie-themed board games with its focus on teamwork and cooperation instead of individual survival.\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Escape games are fun, exciting board games that can be enjoyed by kids and adults alike. Tell us about your favorite escape games in the comments below!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feature image adapted from image courtesy of Flickr, Johan Larsson<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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