Fun & Games

 

Games in various forms have been around for a long time. One of the oldest known board games called “Senet” comes from ancient Egypt nearly 4000 years ago. (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Senet). There are probably older sport like games. Everybody seems to like at least one game.

What is your favorite? Now days everyone seems to be busy playing video games, but I still like the old board games too. When I was growing up we often played Monopoly, Sorry, and Candy Land. My brother and I loved to play a game called Battleship. We would get to say, “You sunk my battleship!”  (Ask your parents. They can explain it to you.) My mother really likes to play Uno. My grandparents liked to play various card games and a game with dice called Yahtzee. We would play that for hours!

One thing I recommend is that you take time to play something that someone else likes and not just your favorites. It helps you to be a good friend. Here are some hints to help game playing stay fun & exciting.

1. Be a good loser. We can’t win every time so be excited when others win.

2. Be a good winner. Don’t rub it in. Don’t brag. No one likes that.

3. Make sure you take care of your games. Pick up all the pieces and put them away carefully when you are done. (Also, don’t eat peanut butter and jelly on your games.)

4. Make sure you let others choose the game sometimes. Play a game you’re not good at to help you learn.

5. Try to play several kinds of games. Be sure to play ones that make you think and choose. Its good for your brain.

6. Thank the person(s) for playing. It’s always good to be thankful.

So what game do you want to play? Maybe I can join you when I come visit.

Love Papaw