I know in our family, the best learning happens when the kids don't even realize they are learning. Games are a tremendous asset in our homeschool arsenal, but so often we struggled to find a game that every member of our family could play, or a game every member of the family would really get something out of playing. My kids are 3 years apart at each step, and it was pretty rare that every member of the family was both challenged and truly entertained.
THAT is why I had to write this review. I noticed there was one booth at a recent homeschool convention I attended that was always busy. There was laughter. There was obvious excitement. Parents and kids stood and played this game...sometimes the kids stayed there for hours! This game - VOE*CAB*EWE*LAIR*E - is amazing! The most unique aspect, in my opinion, is the way each card leads to discussion about the way the word is used, increasing comprehension along the way.
THAT is why I had to write this review. I noticed there was one booth at a recent homeschool convention I attended that was always busy. There was laughter. There was obvious excitement. Parents and kids stood and played this game...sometimes the kids stayed there for hours! This game - VOE*CAB*EWE*LAIR*E - is amazing! The most unique aspect, in my opinion, is the way each card leads to discussion about the way the word is used, increasing comprehension along the way.
All ages play VOE*CAB*EWE*LAIR*E at their own ability level, using different colored cards for different academic levels from ages 5 through adult! From 2 to 8 players can play at a time, with the players focusing on the definitions of words to move through the game, resulting in strategic vocabulary and comprehension work for the entire family! Trust me, moms and dads, you will be challenged!
John Harding, the inventor of VOE*CAB*EWE*LAIR*E, told me he himself loves games, and was inspired to create an engaging way for kids to learn new words. For me, as I listened and watched people actually playing the game, the most impressive part of the game is the broad appeal and broad educational application. Beyond vocabulary, students build comprehension and spelling skills (for bonus points!). The game even includes elements of math (you can take a "short term loan" of letters), and there are many other life lessons included that make the game more exciting and make every play of the game a new adventure.
John Harding, the inventor of VOE*CAB*EWE*LAIR*E, told me he himself loves games, and was inspired to create an engaging way for kids to learn new words. For me, as I listened and watched people actually playing the game, the most impressive part of the game is the broad appeal and broad educational application. Beyond vocabulary, students build comprehension and spelling skills (for bonus points!). The game even includes elements of math (you can take a "short term loan" of letters), and there are many other life lessons included that make the game more exciting and make every play of the game a new adventure.
On the second day of the convention, I kept hearing, "My kids stayed up until past midnight playing this game!" and "The whole family laughed all night over this game!" Parents and kids were both thrilled to hear that Mr. Harding has expansion packs ready for printing which will be available soon.
If you enjoy including "gamification" of your subjects in your homeschool ( and if you don't, you should!), I heartily suggest you take a look at VOE*CAB*EWE*LAIR*E - you won't regret it!
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