a game that involves counters or pieces moved or placed on a pre-marked surface or "board", according to a set of rules.

When designing a board game it is important to

Common features of games include

These board games were invented in China

At this age, students are learning letter recognition, phonic learning, early mathematics, very basic reading skills, proper social skills and confidence

A board game where, skill has little or no impact on the outcome –which usually depends on the throw of the die (eg, snakes and ladders)​, belongs in this category

A board game where players have a choice of moves, and the decisions they make can affect their opponent’s ability to play (eg chess, Go)​