I was recently sent samples of the following games for my kids to try out and I've also been authorized to offer some to you so stay tuned for information on the giveaway.
Now, I guess you could say our family is a quasi-gaming family. My husband's family loves playing games and I do not. Our children are a blend of the both of us although they'd probably rather play games as not.
The following games are unique in that, while you can play them wherever you like, they are designed specifically for use in bathtubs and swimming pools. Intrigued? Well, I was. We were sent the following:
Splash Cards: Splash Jack
As is the case with each set of these splash cards, they all come in a netted bag with a zipper on the top for easy storage. The bag is pretty sturdy and provides a way for the cards to air out and dry off sufficiently. All of the cards are made of a lightweight material that feel very much like foam. However, unlike foam they do not tear very easily (I tried) and don't break apart leaving little foam pieces floating around in your tub or pool. The cards are bendable and, when wet, stick to surfaces. If your kids enjoy their bath time play, these cards will easily stick to the side of the tub.
Splash Pals
I passed this particular deck off to a friend of mine for her kids to play with because I thought her younger daughters would have more fun with this. My friend (and fellow mother) thought the concept of these cards rather unique and was just as intrigued as I was. Again, it's a really cool idea and, to be honest, if it extends bath time play a little bit further than I'm rather all for it.
Note: There is a bold warning on all packages reminding parents not to allow children to play in water unsupervised. (Just in case you've never caught that memo or found reason to be concerned....)
As far as the bathtub/swimming pool cards go, the last set we were sent was Splash Cards: Splashimals
When children are playing with any of the cards, you should be prepared to see the tub full of scattered items. This might cause a momentary panic on the part of the parent who is thinking about another mess to clean up. It's true you have to scoop the cards all up but, again, the storage bag is nice and handy and can be left in the bathtub or put away if you prefer. Furthermore, they are easy to wipe clean should the need to do so arise.
If you are looking for fun tub toys or things for kids to play with in their summer wading pools, you might consider these.
Next, we were also sent a copy of Touring Card Game
This idea is that you are completing a racing tour and you have to collect 550 miles before your opponents for the win. You have to collect a certain number of 20 mph cards, 35, 50 and 75 mph cards. Your opponents can stop your progress by playing "penalty" cards against you - like bad breaks or running out of gas. You can resume your progress by playing mechanic or gas cards. Whoever clocks their miles first, wins. This can be played as a two player game or in teams. (Our family played in teams.)
It's a fairly quick moving game so long as you draw helpful cards. Bookworm2 and I soundly beat the rest of the family in this game, mostly by drawing useful cards which kept us very far in the lead. My husband and Bookworm1 were not as big of fans of this game but then . . . they lost.
It's true though that this game is more my speed (har, har) as it allows for conversation to take place over the playing of it. The rules are easy to comprehend and you can keep the pace moving as you converse with your friends. I wouldn't say it's a "gamer's game" but it's fun for family play and for a game night with friends.
I have a copy of EACH of these games to give away to one of you. Care to win four new games for you and your family to play (with)? Simply leave a comment below. This contest is open to U.S. residents only and will be open through this coming Monday, April 7th.
Additional entries available if you:
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THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED. THE WINNER, as selected by random.org, IS #2 - Texas Rainbow! CONGRATS!
Best to you!
And many thanks to Winning Moves who sent copies of these games my direction in order to facilitate this review. I received no additional compensation and all opinions are my own.
12 comments:
This would be ideal for my granddaughter and grandson. thanks. saubleb(at)gmail(dot)com
Our 7 year old son loves games! Never thought of playing games like these in the bath! ;)
texasrainbow2006@yahoo.com
Why not? :-)
Cool! My children love playing games, and we don't have a single one of these yet. marijo taverne @ clearwire . net
What a wonderful giveaway. Perfect for my grandson. elliotbencan(at)hotmail(dot)com
I'm kind of skeptical of a card game in the tub, however I can see the boys LOVING such a thing.
I shared this on fb, too.
Our family loves games. Thanks for the giveaway!
I shared on FB too.
Touring looks like a game called Mille Bornes which I remember playing as a kid. We love games- thanks for the giveaway!!
Jennifernutzhorn at gmail dot com
We might get lucky! gelhaus dot writing at gmail
My kids love card games - these look like fun!
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