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    Educational Games & Manipulatives for the Classroom

    At-Home Learning
    School Specialty • Mar 19, 2020 • Last Modified: Aug 4, 2022

    Educational Games & Manipulatives for At Home Learning

    Educational games are a wonderful way to make learning practice fun for students of all ages. Challenging young learners to a game or activity at home can make a new concept seem more enjoyable, and is sure to increase engagement. Check out these teacher favorite options for educational games and manipulatives.

    At Home Learning Manipulatives & Activities for Pre-K Students

    While some of these games have smaller parts and should always be played with adult supervision, they are an excellent way for Pre-K learners to practice fine motor and cognitive skills. These parent favorites s are all great options for preschool-aged students in the classroom or at home school:

    Edupress Pete the Cat Meow Match Game
    Edupress Pete the Cat Meow Match Game

    Mr Potato Head Manipulative
    Hasbro Classic Mr. or Mrs. Potato Head

    Hasbro Candy Land
    Hasbro Candy Land

    Hasbro HiHo! Cherry-O Game
    Hasbro HiHo! Cherry-O Game

    Hasbro Chutes and Ladders Game
    Hasbro Chutes and Ladders Game

    Hasbro Perfection Game
    Hasbro Perfection Game

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    Educational Games & Manipulatives for Home School Students

    As students learn new skills, these more challenging games are a way to boost their retention while at home and increase their engagement. Learning by playing games is one of the best ways to spend free time in the classroom or at home. Encourage elementary-aged students to give any of these games a try with friends or family members.

    Mattel Skip-Bo Game
    Mattel Skip-Bo Game

    Educational Insights Blurt! Word Race Game
    Educational Insights Blurt! Word Race Game

    Pressman Mancala African Game
    Pressman Mancala African Game

    Hasbro Operation Game
    Hasbro Operation Game

    Hasbro Sorry!
    Hasbro Sorry!

    Mindware Qwirkle Game
    Mindware Qwirkle Game

    Tools for Whole At Home Games & Activities

    If you’re looking for a great way to turn a new concept into a game, take advantage of these tools. Buttons make it easy for children to ring-in with an answer to a question, and classic playing cards can help to divide kids into groups. Get creative and make your own educational games with any of these parent favorites:

    SI Manufacturing Giant Foam Dot Dice

    Learning Resources Lights & Sounds Answer Buzzers
    Learning Resources Lights & Sounds Answer Buzzers

    Imperial Quality Playing Cards
    Imperial Quality Playing Cards

    School Smart Digital Timer
    School Smart Digital Timer

    More Reading & Literacy Ideas for at Home Learning Needs

    Looking for more inspiration for making learning fun for the kids in your life? Be sure to check out the Ideas & Inspiration category on the blog. Also be sure to stop by the School Specialty online store to find hundreds of educational games for learners of any age.

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