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Improve kids' ability to find patterns and relationships in a random environment. To play, identify 3 cards that form a "set" within a group of 12 cards. Sets are based on symbols' shape, color, shade and quantity on each card. 81 cards, carrying case and instructions. For 1 to 6 players.  Grades 1 and up.

3D Tangrams3-D Tangrams
We've always loved tangrams for the wonderful visual learning they offer-yet we were still amazed by this new discovery: tangrams that interlock and stand upright. Four full tangram sets let kids race to solve a visual challenge; also great for investigative and artistic unstructured play. Each set includes 28 tangram pieces, 40 connector clips and four bases; spiral-bound book stands on its self- contained easel and has 100 puzzles plus solutions. For 1 to 4 players.  Ages 3 to adult.

Tangoes SetTangoes Set
The object of Tangoes is simple: duplicate the image shown on a playing card using the Tangoes pieces. Enhance spatial thinking as you play solitaire or head-to-head. Ideal for the classroom, office, or travel. Set contains Tangoes pieces for 2 players plus 162 images (81 cards).   Grades K and up.
Time BlocksTime Blocks
1997 Parenting Magazine Toy of the Year
Turn over a colorful challenge card. Then look at your collection of sturdy hardwood blocks. Now summon your powers of pattern recognition to reproduce the structure shown. But hurry...you only have a minute, and some configurations are delightfully difficult. Even younger children get in on the game by playing on a flat surface. 28 blocks, timer, 100 challenge cards.  Ages 7 to adult.

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Simply Suspects Game Simply Suspects Game
Whodunnit, dagnabbit? In Simply Suspects, no one is safe from suspicion and the scrutiny of the law. Invite the neighbors over and put them on the stand in this game of courtroom drama. Gather evidence on your opponents while you keep them from gathering the goods on you. Be careful to avoid getting hauled into the Grand Jury, or you may be eliminated. Game includes game board, evidence board, 6 game tokens, 7 evidence pegs, 42 get-away cards, 6 suspect cards, and die. For 2 to 6 players ages 8 and up.
Winner of the National Parenting Center Seal of Approval.
Totally Gross - The Game of Science Totally Gross - The Game of Science
Want to help kids understand chemistry, biology and more? A dose of gross helps science make sense! Did you know snot keeps your lungs clean? Or that some bullfrogs are cannibals? Learn this and more as you travel around the game board answering queasy questions. Land on a Gross-Out space, and you may have to check another player for toe jam or describe the last time you threw up! Every time you answer a question or complete a Gross-Out, stretch your slime on the score line. Stretch it to 10 and complete a Lab Experiment to win the game! Full of action and information, it's an educational game they'll actually enjoy. Includes a game board, 110 Question cards, 50 Gross-Out cards, 30 Lab cards, a die and a jar of slime. For 2 to 4 players.
Last Updated November 23, 2008
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Parenting Tip: Do the typical children's games leave your gifted children less than enthused and maybe a little bit bored? To avoid this problem, always look for games that will encourage your child to think.  Gifted kids love mental challenge; they love to learn.  So any game that challenges them or allows them to learn will be sure to be hits! 
    When you're looking for games for your gifted children, keep in mind that the recommended ages are not always accurate -- unless the game was designed for gifted children!  If you aren't sure whether your child is ready for a particular game or not, consider this: it's better to get a game that is too old for a child than one that is too young.  If a game is too young, your child will never play it.  If the game is too old, your child may play it later.

 


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