Full-Body Motor Control
Your child has to use their entire body to play YardZee, but the game is still adaptable enough to accomodate players of differing abilities. This is a great game for getting the kids outside and moving!
Math, Math, and More Math
Number recognition, counting, multiplying, comparison, recording scores, probability, speed drills)
Good Sportsmanship
Nothing gets kids riled up like a raucous game, especially when the game is taken outside! It can be very easy for players to engage in “trash talk” during games like this, making this the best time to remind players of appropriate behavior and treatment of their opponents. This includes graceful losing.