Archive for May, 2006
« Previous EntriesPlay Game “Deal or No Deal” Online
Wednesday, May 31st, 2006This is very cool! Looks just like the “real” game. Lots of fun and great way to teach odds and statistics.
Go to this link, Deal or No Deal Game. If it doesn’t work try allowing pop-ups.
Online Versions of Carcassonne, Settlers of Catan and More
Tuesday, May 30th, 2006
One of my favourite board games to play (with or without kids) is Carcassonne. I discovered this site - an unofficial one- that offers online version of different games.
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Play Carcassonne Online
Go Here: ASOBRAIN GAMES
“Toulouse” is Carcassonne Game online
“Xplorers” is The Settlers of Catan online
“Match” is version of another of my [...]
Ideas for a Hot Sunny Day- Make Your Own Ice Cream!
Monday, May 29th, 2006Make Your Own Ice Cream
A cool summer treat!
Try this simple recipe to make your own ice cream. Your taste buds will thank you!
What you’ll need:
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
6 tablespoons rock salt (or regular salt if you can’t find rock salt)
1 gallon size Ziploc bag ( note- make sure sealed well!)
1 pint [...]
Board Game Recommendation: Carcassonne
Saturday, May 27th, 2006This is great game. I bought it after playing Settlers of Catan- which is just a tad too difficult for my 8 1/2 year old. I have to admit I really like the game, too. It was easy to learn- took about 10 minutes and playing was fun. You lay down tiles that build [...]
Another Great Board Game: Kids of Catan
Friday, May 26th, 2006This is a scaled down version of the game, Settlers of Catan. This version is for ages 4 and up. My almost 9 year old also enjoys. The premise is to get enough “supplies” i.e. grain, wood and bricks to build houses and town. Game is well made with wooden pieces, by Mayfair Games. It [...]
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