10 Fun Board Games to Enjoy with Your Family This Vacation

Summer holidays are here! After long months of exams and school, it’s finally time for kids (and parents) to relax, recharge, and have some fun. Many families explore summer camps or learning classes, but the best part of this break is spending quality time together at home. And what better way to bond than by playing some amazing board games?

Board games are not just fun; they also help kids learn new skills like thinking smart, staying focused, and working as a team. Whether it’s a lazy afternoon or a cozy evening at home, these games bring the whole family together.

Let’s look at some of the best board games for kids to enjoy with their family this vacation!

1. Traditional Indian Board Games

These classic games bring out the beauty of Indian culture and are perfect for family bonding.

Ludo

• A fun race to get your tokens home first.
• Skill boost: Patience and fair play.

Snakes and Ladders

• Climb ladders, avoid the snakes, and reach the top!
• Skill boost: Perseverance and learning about ups and downs in life.

Chowka Bara (Pachisi)

• A game of luck and strategy where players move tokens on a square board.
• Skill boost: Planning, counting, and focus.

Alaguli Mane (Mancala)

• Played with seeds or shells on a wooden board with small pits.
• Skill boost: Mental math and strategy.

Sholo Gutti (Indian Checkers)

• Two-player game where tokens are moved to capture the opponent's pieces.
• Skill development: Focus and quick thinking

These games are fun, exciting, and teach kids new skills without them even noticing!

Scrabble

• Make words and earn points.
• Skill development: Spelling, vocabulary, and thinking ahead.

Monopoly

• Buy, sell, and become a real estate tycoon.
• Skill development: Math and money management.

Jenga

• Pull out blocks and don’t let the tower fall.
• Skill development: Hand-eye coordination and balance.

Pictionary

• Draw and guess — loads of laughter guaranteed.
• Skill development: Creativity and teamwork.

UNO

• Match colors and numbers in this fast-paced card game.
• Skill development: Quick thinking and strategy.

These games are great for older kids who love a challenge.

Chess

• Plan, think, and checkmate!
• Skill development: Concentration and problem-solving.

Carrom

• Flick the discs and aim to win.
• Skill development: Precision and focus.

Taboo

• Describe words without using the common ones.
• Skill development: Communication and thinking under pressure.

Learn while playing? Yes, please! These games mix fun with learning and help kids grow.

Sequence for Kids (Age: 4–7)

• Match animal cards and create a sequence.
• Skill development: Memory and pattern recognition.

Sum Swamp (Age: 5–8)

• Solve math problems to cross the swamp.
• Skill development: Addition and subtraction.

Zingo (Age: 4–8)

• A fun picture and word-matching game.
• Skill development: Word recognition.

Robot Turtles (Age: 4–8)

• Learn basic coding concepts through simple moves.
• Skill development: Logical thinking.

Blokus (Age: 7+)

• Place your blocks and block others!
• Skill development: Spatial reasoning and strategy.

Ticket to Ride: First Journey (Age: 6+)

• Build train routes across cities.
• Skill development: Geography and planning.

Prime Climb (Age: 10+)

• Use math skills to climb the board.
• Skill development: Multiplication and division.

Outfoxed! (Age: 5–10)

• Find out who stole the pie in this mystery game.
• Skill development: Teamwork and deduction.

The Magic School Bus Science Explosion

• Trivia meets science fun.
• Skill development: Curiosity and science facts.

Make Vacations Count with Fun and Learning

Board games aren’t just about winning or losing, they’re about sharing laughs, learning together, and making memories that last. This vacation, give your child the gift of smart play and family time with engaging games that also help them grow.

For parents looking to make the most of the holidays, Interval Learning’s  Foundation Program Summer Camp is the perfect choice. It blends fun activities, concept revision, and life skills, keeping your child active, engaged, and ahead.

Interval Learning also offers affordable, non-academic courses designed to spark creativity and build essential life skills, from storytelling and art to communication and more. All programs are flexible and can be done at your own pace, from the comfort of your home.

Shop the Best Board Games Now on Magic Lamp!

Discover handpicked educational toys and games that spark curiosity and brain development only at Magic Lamp by Interval Learning.

Make your child’s vacation fun, playful, and full of learning!