These games are a good pick if you want screen-free play that travels well and does not need a long rulebook. You can compare the full Genius line-up and read how each version plays at outdoor garden games.
Word games sit in a sweet spot between fun and family-friendly. They give players a reason to think about letters and words, but wrapped up in a race or a puzzle rather than a test. That makes them a popular choice for families who want screen-free play that keeps everyone reaching for letters at the same time.
To see the traditional board alongside the 3D, giant and garden editions, have a look at the Snakes and Ladders range at family board games.
Piece count is the first thing to settle when you choose a jigsaw. Puzzles for young children usually have large pieces and a low count, so small hands can manage them, while 500 and 1,000-piece puzzles suit older children and adults who want a longer sit-down. If you are buying for someone new to jigsaws, it is better to start lower and work up than to hand over a 2,000-piece Happy Puzzle Co that never gets finished.
For a hand-picked selection of Christmas games and stocking-filler puzzles for every age, browse the seasonal range at escape room puzzle games.
For gift ideas sorted by age band, with the number of players and rough playing time listed for each, browse the games-by-age pages at puzzles and games.