CKSTEM Presents
Family Fun Activities
A curated list of physical games and books focused on problem-solving, logic, flexible thinking, planning, concentration, and spatial reasoning — perfect for device-free family time.
Importance of Organized Fun Family Time
As requested by families, we have compiled a list of physical games and activities focused on problem-solving, logic, flexible thinking, planning, concentration, spatial insights, and visual perception. To maximize the benefits of these games, we encourage families to play together and empower children to tackle more challenging levels on their own.
Setting a schedule for device-free family time — where all electronic devices are put away — allows you to fully engage with these games and each other. This unplugged playtime is crucial for fostering family bonding and promoting your children's cognitive and social development.
Remember: in the journey of learning, struggle is not a sign of failure but a stepping stone to success. Please play with your child as their friend — not as a parent with authority and pre-determined goals. Explore the world together with them.
We have added links to Amazon Canada. Please shop around to get the best deal. We encourage you to refrain from buying digital versions of these games, as this defeats the purpose.
Physical Fun Games
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All ages
Jump In by Smart Games ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Can you help the rabbits jump to safety? Use other rabbits, mushrooms and even the moving foxes to jump around and hide the rabbits in their holes. This is one of the best gifts you can give to a child — adults get addicted too. A must-have for every household!
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All ages
Kanoodle 3D Brain Puzzles ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Educational Insights' Kanoodle games encourage spatial reasoning, problem-solving, and critical and strategic thinking. There are many variations of this popular game — pick any to get started.
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All ages
Walls & Warriors by Smart Games ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Position the walls and protect your warriors! Brain power is needed to protect your castle. Can you arrange the walls on the game board to protect the blue warriors within the castle and keep the red invaders out?
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All ages
Laser Maze by ThinkFun ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
A logic maze game that teaches STEM skills. Laser Maze requires you to use mirrors, beam-splitters, and a little science and brainpower to direct the laser through mind-challenging mazes and light up the target. Kids love it!
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All ages
Apple Twist by Smart Games ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Three hungry caterpillars want to eat from the same apple. Can you bend them into shape so they all fit? This logic game requires flexible thinking. With 60 challenges from easy to expert, Apple Twist offers plenty of food for thought!
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All ages
Gravity Maze by ThinkFun ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
A maze game. A marble game. Actually, it's a gravity-powered logic maze game that challenges you to build a path so the marble reaches the target tower — using gravity itself.
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All ages
Penguins on Ice by Smart Games ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Use your mind to keep the penguins on ice! Can you pack the ice so every puzzle tile fits on the game board — and make sure every penguin stays upright? The first game where the puzzle pieces become the puzzle, because every piece can be shape-shifted!
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All ages
SHASHIBO Shape Shifting Box ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Powered by 36 rare earth magnets, each SHASHIBO cube transforms into over 70 shapes. Connect multiple boxes for an endlessly creative building experience. A great fidget toy for kids and adults alike.
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Ages 2–5
Bunny Boo ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Is the rabbit looking through the round hole or the star-shaped one? Is it standing on the yellow, red, or blue block? Bunny Boo is a fantastic introduction to concepts like above/below, inside/outside, visible/hidden.
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Ages 4–7
Little Red Riding Hood by Smart Games ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Can you lay all the pieces on the board so that you build a path for Little Red Riding Hood to reach Grandma's house? Then play with the Wolf! Try to solve these challenges by making two paths to Grandma's House.
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