Best Christmas Gifts for Kids Who Love Board Games

Looking for the perfect Christmas gift ideas for kids? Board games are loved by children and trusted by parents as they offer fun, encourage family bonding, and support learning. At Eeny Meeny, we’ve curated a collection of unique and educational board games that are ideal for kids of all ages. From stocking fillers to educational toys that grow with your child, these games are designed to entertain, inspire, and create cherished family memories. Here’s our ultimate Christmas gift guide for kids who love board games.

Educational Board Games for Kids (Ages 7+)

1. Go Genius Maths Educational Board Game

• Overview: Go Genius Maths invites children aged 7+ on a journey to improve their maths skills through interactive play. Players travel around the board, answering maths questions on addition, subtraction, multiplication, and more.
  
  
• How to Play: Players take turns moving around the board and answering multiple-choice questions. Each correct answer earns points, which go towards filling their Go Genius passport with “genius stamps.”
  
  
• Benefits of Play: Enhances maths skills, critical thinking, and confidence with each achievement.
  
  
• Why We Love It: Sustainably crafted and aligned with Key Stage learning, this educational game is a wonderful Christmas gift that combines eco-friendliness with skill-building.

2. Go Genius World Educational Board Game

• Overview: In this geography-based game, children aged 7+ explore continents, countries, and capitals while expanding their world knowledge.
  
  
• How to Play: Players move around the world map on the board, answering multiple-choice questions about geography. Correct answers earn points, leading to “genius stamps” for their passport.
  
  
• Benefits of Play: Enhances knowledge of geography and encourages memory retention.
  
  
• Why We Love It: An eco-friendly game that’s perfect for curious kids, Go Genius World is both educational and fun—a perfect Christmas present for budding explorers.

3. Go Genius Football Educational Board Game

• Overview: Go Genius Football allows children to test their football knowledge with friends. Kids aged 7+ answer questions about football history, players, and tactics.
  
  
• How to Play: Players travel around the board, answering football-related questions and collecting points. With 15+ points, they earn a stamp for their passport.
  
  
• Benefits of Play: Boosts sports knowledge, reading comprehension, and critical thinking.
  
  
• Why We Love It: This game is a great stocking filler for kids who love football, offering an exciting mix of fun and learning.

4. Go Genius Science Educational Board Game

• Overview: This game takes young scientists on a tour through biology, chemistry, and physics. Suitable for ages 7+, it covers various scientific topics to complement school learning.
  
  
• How to Play: Players advance around the board by answering questions on topics like animals, forces, and light. Accumulating points earns “genius stamps” for their passport.
  
  
• Benefits of Play: Supports STEM learning, fosters curiosity, and encourages problem-solving.
  
  
• Why We Love It: This eco-friendly educational toy makes a fantastic Christmas gift for children passionate about science.

Travel-Friendly and Magnetic Games

1. Pole Position: 3D Magnetic Racing Puzzle Game

• Overview: Pole Position is a magnetic puzzle game that challenges kids to complete racing tracks using the correct pieces. Designed for ages 7+, it’s perfect for on-the-go fun.
  
  
• How to Play: Players choose a challenge and place racing cars and trees on the track according to the instructions, ensuring cars stay on the road while trees are kept off.
  
  
• Benefits of Play: Builds problem-solving, logical thinking, and planning skills.
  
  
• Why We Love It: Compact and durable, this game is an ideal travel companion, making it a fantastic stocking filler for kids who enjoy brainteasers.

2. Battleships Game by Moulin Roty

• Overview: This magnetic battleships game offers a portable version of the classic game, suitable for children aged 4+. Players use strategy to locate and “sink” each other’s ships.
  
  
• How to Play: Players place their ships on a grid and take turns guessing the location of their opponent’s fleet. The first to sink all ships wins.
  
  
• Benefits of Play: Encourages strategic thinking, patience, and attention to detail.
  
  
• Why We Love It: Its compact design makes it ideal for family travels, making it a fun and classic game for holiday gatherings.

3. Travel-Friendly Magnetic Guess Who Game by Moulin Roty

• Overview: A portable take on the classic Guess Who game, featuring charming French-inspired characters. Ideal for ages 5+, it builds observation and deduction skills.
  
  
• How to Play: Players ask yes-or-no questions to narrow down the identity of their opponent’s chosen character.
  
  
• Developmental Benefits: Develops logical thinking, attention to detail, and social interaction.
  
  
• Why We Love It: Portable and easy to play anywhere, this is a delightful addition to any child’s Christmas gift list.

4. 4-in-a-Row by Moulin Roty

• Overview: This wooden 4 in a Row game is perfect for children aged 4+, encouraging strategic thinking in a classic game format.
  
  
• How to Play: Players take turns dropping coloured counters into a frame, aiming to line up four of their counters in a row.
  
  
• Benefits of Play: Teaches patience, turn-taking, and planning.
  
  
• Why We Love It: Compact, beautifully crafted, and endlessly engaging, this is a timeless game that children and adults alike can enjoy.

Memory and Concentration Games

1. Il Concerto Concentration and Memory Game by Londji

• Overview: This memory game introduces kids to musical instruments, helping them create musical groups by matching cards. Ideal for children aged 7+.
  
  
• How to Play: Players take turns flipping cards to match musicians and their instruments. The aim is to form the most groups by the end of the game.
• Benefits of Play: Improves memory, concentration, and introduces musical appreciation.
  
  
• Why We Love It: A beautifully illustrated memory game that’s an ideal Christmas gift for kids who love music.

2. Chicks and Chickens Memory Game by Londji

• Overview: A cute memory game for young children aged 3+, where players match mother hens with their chicks.
  
  
• How to Play: Players flip over egg-shaped pieces to find pairs of hens and chicks, with the goal of forming the most matches.
  
  
• Benefits of Play: Builds memory, focus, and introduces turn-taking.
  
  
• Why We Love It: Perfect as a stocking filler, this game’s gentle theme and lovely illustrations make it an ideal choice for young children.

3. Good Night Memory, Matching & Deduction Game by Londji

• Overview: A bedtime-themed game with three modes of play—memory, matching, and deduction. Suitable for ages 3+.
  
  
• How to Play: Players can find pairs based on pyjamas, match family members, or locate the “monster under the bed” with yes-or-no questions: 3 games in 1!
  
  
• Benefits of Play: Builds memory, logical thinking, and observation skills.
  
  
• Why We Love It: Sustainably crafted and versatile, this game is perfect for quiet, engaging play, making it a thoughtful Christmas present.

Creative and Imaginative Games

1. The Art of Creating Stories Cooperative Game by Londji

• Overview: A storytelling game that allows children aged 8+ to create stories using picture cards.
  
  
• How to Play: Players take turns drawing cards from three decks to build a story, using illustrations as prompts for creativity.
  
  
• Benefits of Play: Enhances creativity, language skills, and cooperative play.
  
  
• Why We Love It: A wonderful gift for families who enjoy storytelling, encouraging children to let their imaginations soar.

2. Orangutan Imitation Game by Londji

• Overview: A memory and gesture game where players mimic sounds and actions. Suitable for ages 5+, it’s fun for boosting memory and creativity.
  
  
• How to Play: Players take turns creating sequences of gestures and sounds for others to remember and repeat.
  
  
• Benefits of Play: Builds memory, mental agility, and self-expression.
  
  
• Why We Love It: This lively game is perfect for family gatherings, creating fun moments and helping kids build confidence.

Observation and Speed Games

1. Where is the Cheese by Londji

• Overview: An observation game where players race to find ingredients for their cook-themed boards. Designed for ages 3+, it’s a fast-paced, family-friendly game.
  
  
• How to Play: Players race to match ingredient cards to their boards. The first to complete their board wins.
  
  
• Benefits of Play: Enhances observation, speed, and creativity.
  
  
• Why We Love It: This eco-friendly game offers endless replay value, making it a fantastic Christmas gift.

2. My Monsters by Londji

• Overview: A speed game for ages 5+, where players build monsters by collecting the right body parts.
  
  
• How to Play: Players roll dice and find parts to complete monsters. The player who forms the most monsters wins.
  
  
• Benefits of Play: Develops hand-eye coordination, logic, and creativity.
  
  
• Why We Love It: A quirky, imaginative game that kids will love, perfect for the Christmas season.

3. Postman Pocket Game by Londji

• Overview: A fun and fast-paced game for ages 4+, where players deliver letters around a town map.
  
  
• How to Play: Players race to deliver letter tokens to the right locations on the map. The first to deliver all letters wins.
  
  
• Benefits of Play: Builds observation, spatial skills, and quick thinking.
  
  
• Why We Love It: With over 100 board setups, this game stays fresh, making it an engaging Christmas gift for kids.

Board games make wonderful Christmas gifts for kids, encouraging learning, creativity, and family togetherness. From stocking fillers to educational toys, Eeny Meeny’s curated selection offers something for every child, promoting development through play. Discover our eco-friendly games that bring joy and growth into every play session. Visit Eeny Meeny for the perfect Christmas gift ideas for kids who love board games.