Board games that work for families with mixed ages
A short, useful read for the Crazish community.
The best family games take ten minutes to explain, give younger players a real chance and still reward adults who think ahead. Cooperative games, where everyone wins or loses together, remove the tears that competitive ones can cause. Look for simple rules with a bit of luck, a short playing time and pieces that are satisfying to handle.
Rotate three or four titles rather than buying constantly. Keep them within reach rather than on a high shelf, play at the table after dinner, and let the youngest player choose. A regular games evening, even once a fortnight, becomes something everyone looks forward to and remembers long after the console games have been forgotten.