[zekesmom]

From the time I was 12 until I was 18, Friday nights were family game night. While there were four kids, the two younger ones would play their own game, while my brother (a year younger) and I would play Rook with Mom and Dad.

Before the game began we'd have tacos (non-hispanic, Michigan...don't ask) and Pepsi. Then we'd play a rousing game of partners; Dad and Gary vs Mom and I. It was a time of laughter and family togetherness, that only ended when I left for college.

While we had a television, we didn't spend our evenings glued to the tube. I would recommend parents to turn off the tv, power down the computer and dig out the cards. Not only is a family game night fun, but it will let your kids get to know you and alow you all to communicate in a relaxed and non-threatening venue.

[AussieD]

Our family has always been a big fan of games.Our favorite which we still play when we get together with our adult children and their spouses is Settlers of Catan. There's a lot to be said for less TV and more games and talking fun times. The young grandchildren are now being introduced to games.

[California9570]

I feel like back when I had family game nights, it was always with board or card games... but technology is advancing and I'm thinking family oriented video games would be a big hit. Spielberg thinks so too... so he creatued "something that would bring the family together in the same room, standing shoulder to shoulder with four different controllers."

[rainview]

My family din't use to arrange a game night. We used to go for picnics, every month.

But zekesmom suggetion is good. Group activities also develops positve thinking, loving & caring nature.






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[chio88]

Thanks for all the ideas. I am running out of ideas to keep my three kids entertained. .

[jmmv08]

We usually play with board or card games at night. It's really fun.