I have 5 & 6 year old girls, do you think their age could handle this game? Could they play it without adult supervision? How much reading is there?
1688501
All kids are different, but if you moderate a few games with them so they get a handle on the rules and are used to playing the game together, I would think they should be able to play by themselves. There is no reading involved, other than learning the instructions. If they are used to playing the game and don't need to look up rules, there will be nothing they need to read in order to play.
787952
They would be able to handle it themselves...once they understand the rules. Though this is the Junior version of the game, there are still a few rules. My 7 year old kind of makes things up he doesn't remember when I'm not playing, but he still has a good time with his friends that are around his same age. If you're willing to play it a few times to help them learn the rules, then this game would be enjoyable to them by themselves. There's not much reading once you know the rules. Just rolling the dice and moving your pieces depending on what you roll.
1688502
Yes they can play just fine with no supervision once you have explained (and make sure they understand) the rules. My son is 5 and started playing at 4 years old. There is actually no reading (except for you reading the rules). The cards have pictures and the rest are shape pieces and pictures too. This is a great game for that age! Enjoy! (You can check out my full review here http://mygeeklings.com/i-need-goats-or-playing-catan-junior/ )
293325
you'd be surprised at how fast they pick things up.. our almost 6 year old picks up the games quicker than me.. either way she'll grow into it.. who knows how much the game will be in a couple years if they don't produce more..
439217
My 6 year old can play it. However, an adult needs to play to do all the game mechanics, but both my 6 year old boy, and my friends 6 year old girl play well and have developed good strategies to defeat the villians.
426090
I have happily enjoyed playing with my daughter. I don't really think that there is an upper age limit; but an older child may be bored if playing alone. If playing with others, the game is fun at any age.
322504
My husband and I are addicted to this game, and we're in our 50s. I think that kids 8-12 could play, but they probably wouldn't play as well as an adult. It does take some strategy and I think my grandchildren, who are near that age, probably wouldn't be very good players.
1802077
The games requires some knowledge of multiplication facts for 3, 4, and 5 times tables. I do a lot of tutoring and I have had kids as young as 6 play this game using skip counting to identify groups of 3, 4, and 5. The 6-9 year-olds you are targeting will need strong addition skills. Sometimes I provide my kids with a number chart as an aid. I think it is totally possible to make Sumoku fun for younger kids, but you may need to provide some prompting to help younger players feel successful. Personally, I LOVE this game and use it with 1st thru 5th graders almost daily.
1763731
it may be too advanced for a 5 year old but it still may be fun for them to try. This game is challenging even for an adult, but sometimes kids surprise us with what they can do that we cant.
1536906
It would depend on the child. The setup is rather challenging for a young child. I play with my 9 year old grandson, but haven't tried with his 6 year old sister.
1252625
Possibly. Suitable based on content? Yes. Suitable based on difficulty? Maybe.To be clear this is not a stand alone game and it requires the game 7 Wonders. If the kid in question is familiar with 7 Wonders than this expansion should be a breeze for a 7-8 year old.The game itself is quite fun and even if a 7-8 year old doesn't initially "get" it, I don't see why they couldn't after some trial and error. It's a great way to teach strategy, awareness, and a good time around a table.
1711496
Depends on the kid but I think a 5 yr old should be ok specially if you spend a little bit of time upfront and played with her few times. This is a fun and educational game. She will enjoy it.
149161
My son is 6 and my daughter is 8. Their friends have played it and loved it. My husband and I have played it and some of our friends and loved it. I think six ( any younger they might be to short) and older would be great.
689768
Depends on the 5 year old. If they are board game savvy, they will love this game. It takes a little guidance. Our daughter started playing it when she was 6, but she was playing chess at 3. It is a great game. We love it. Buy it now and take a chance and your five year can grow into it.
1097749
You could possibly play it without knowing how to read. Although the different rocks are a little difficult to identify for the youngsters. Our 9 year old enjoys it, but our 5 year old, not so much.
2123936
I played the game with my 11 year old brother. The game is difficult for a 10 or 11 year old. They will not know what many of the words or phrases mean, or how to describe them in a short amount of time. The game itself is not inappropriate for someone of that age, but it is difficult.
1501395
Yes I would say a smart 5 year old could play for a little bit.. subject wide range..fun game for a group
570787
No! I used to play it with my 4 and 6 year old. It's a great game and good way to incorporate fun with relevant learning.
2128806
I would think as young as 4 or 5 is age appropriate for this game. It's about recognition of colors and shapes, so if a child is able to distinguish those, it would be fun. Once they start playing, you will be able to tell if they are able to catch on, and if they aren't, it would be best to put up the game until they are able to catch on easier, to save them from being frustrated and not having fun. I've given these as gifts for kids as young as 4 and 5 and they have loved it. As adults playing with kids, naturally, you allow them to "win" a card to encourage play. It is fun with a group of kids with about the same skill level. My 8 year old can beat some adults!