The Best Learning Games for Every Month of the Year
Gameschooling has been a lifesaver for us! From the first days of playing Yahtzee to memorize math facts, we have embraced the fun and learning that comes with gameplay. It has become a way to connect and learn through play as a family, and we’re excited to share it with you.
This year, we’ve been sharing our favorite learning games for every month of the year, from snow themed January board games to summer card games you can enjoy by the pool. Now, we’re pulling together all our favorites in one master list to make it extra easy for you.
The best part is that all these game lists are printable, so you can take them along as you’re compiling gift lists and shopping for new games to enjoy with your kids this year. Just find the list you need and get started having fun with your kids and an exciting new board game!
Learning Games to Enjoy Every Month of the Year
Finding the right games can be just as tricky as choosing the right book, but that’s where these lists come in. We’ve gathered our favorites for every month of the year so you’ll always have fresh ideas ready to go.
If you want to start gameschooling too, check out our printable Guide to Gameschooling. It’s filled with helpful advice and tons of gaming suggestions to help you get started.
Whether you’re looking for a strategy game to keep you busy on a rainy day or a quick card game to toss in your purse, there’s something for kids (and adults) of all ages to enjoy.
January Games to Start the Year
January is the perfect time to begin gameschooling. It’s cold out and we’re all searching for easy ways to have fun indoors.
It’s also the time of year we begin searching for cozy ways to bond as we slowly transition back to homeschooling after the holidays. Some of our favorite January games for kids of all ages include Pengaloo, Risk, and Winter.
Foster Friendship with February Games
February is the perfect time for kids of all ages to enjoy gameschooling. Incorporate games into your lesson plans or use them to inspire creativity, imagination, and problem-solving on a cold winter day.
If you’re searching for a gift idea that doesn’t include lots of sugar treats this Valentine’s Day, these February game suggestions are the perfect alternative! Azul, Love Letter, and Sleeping Queens are some of our favorite February learning games.
Luck and Learning with March Games
Don’t miss our favorites for St. Patrick’s Day, Pi Day, Women’s History Month, and Dr. Seuss Day in this list of learning games for March. Some of our favorite board and card games for this month include Books & Ladders, Pattern Party, Lucky Bears, and Top Trumps: Great Women.
Nature-Inspired Games for April
April is filled with wonderful holidays and things to celebrate, and games to play! Playing games together for Earth Day, Easter, and amusing holidays like International Carrot Day is an easy way to make learning math, vocabulary, and fine motor skills way more fun for everyone.
May Learning Games You’ll Love
This May, there’s a lot to celebrate. Mother’s Day, Memorial Day, Cinco de Mayo, and even silly holidays like Dinosaur Day all happen this month. It’s the perfect excuse to grab a few new games like Mom Trivia, Dino Tracks, and Sushi Go! With these May games, turn learning into something everyone’s excited about!
Summer Fun with June Games
Whether your kids are in preschool or high school, you’ll find something on this printable list of June games that fits their age and interests. If your usual game shelf is getting a bit boring, grab some of these June learning games for travel, rainy days, and indoor play on hot afternoons.
Patriotic Games for July
July learning games are an easy way to encourage young minds to stay active and beat the summer learning slump. This month is filled with playful themes and celebrations to spark your child’s creativity!
Celebrate July 4th, Harry Potter’s Birthday, and Shark Week to make the whole month more fun with games like American Trivia, The Floor Is Lava, and Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza Poolside.
August Games for Back to School
August is packed with playful themes and celebrations to inspire creativity and create opportunities for gameschooling! There’s something for everyone to celebrate this August, including National Watermelon Day, International Cat Day, and National Roller Coaster Day.
Celebrate the final days of summer with August learning games that make the whole month feel like an adventure! On this list, you’ll find games for younger kids like Eager Elephants and fun games for teens like Really Loud Librarians to make gameschooling exciting for everyone.
Our Favorite Fall Games for September
Are you searching for cozy fall activities to kick off the season? It’s the perfect time to break out the September games!
September weather means we can enjoy playing board games like Storytime Chess outdoors on the front porch or get into a game of cards like Traitors Aboard while sprawling on a picnic blanket at the park.
October Games Are Slightly Spooky
There are so many exciting October game suggestions for kids of all ages that it was hard to choose only a few. Still, we have narrowed down the list to our favorite spooky games this month, with fun for everyone from preschool to high school.
In our October games list for kids of all ages, you’ll find classics like Clue and new spooky games we love like Mysterium and Zombie Dice.
Embrace Gameschooling With More of Our Favorites This Year
The best part about gameschooling is that it doesn’t have to be complicated. A simple card game at the kitchen table or a quick round of dice before bed can spark laughter, learning, and foster connection. These monthly game lists are here to make it easy.
With these printable lists, you’ll always have new ideas to keep family game time fresh and fun. Share the games your family is playing this month in the comments. I can’t wait to check them out and get new ideas for our game rotation too!