Big Book of Games – serie

This very original game-book is certain to entertain children of all ages as well as their families! In its practical big-book format, eight traditional board games are recreated in a Christmas version with splendid illustrations. Children can detach and assemble the cardboard figures at the back of the book to play The Game of the Goose in the Gift Factory or to race to Santa's house after throwing the dice. Claudia Bordin's precious, colourful illustrations depict suggestive fantasy scenarios that will transport both the young and the old to the most magical atmosphere of the year. Ages: 5 plus

A new play book for discovering traditional board games in an amazing new guise: In a practical large format eight traditional board games from around the world are reinterpreted using the amusing illustrations of Beatrice Tinarelli in the fantastic world of science. After removing and fitting together the cardboard pieces at the back of the book, the children can challenge each other in games of logic and strategy, such as Watermelon Chess, Chinese Checkers, Dara, a traditional Nigerian game of strategy, or the eternal Noughts and Crosses. Each of these activities helps children to develop specific skills of logic and calculation, as briefly described in the texts that accompany the rules of each game. Each board has a different setting, with a delightful guide to accompany the children as they explore outer space, sensational robot factories, science labs and much more. Rediscovering the best traditional board games will be a fascinating journey into the world of science! Ages: 7 plus

This book contains 8 incredible logic and strategy board games through which the eternal challenge of two characters is renewed, the witty, highly intelligent detective and his historic enemy, the astute criminal mind. Through the different scenarios, children can have fun with games that can enhance their mathematical, strategical and logical skills. The latest title of a great international best-selling series. A book that easily becomes a series of big game boards for hours of fun! More than 70 pull-out markers at the end for children to play with this book. Complete game sets for hours of fun! Ages: 8 plus

This small format book is full of dragons large and small, cunning and cranky, fun and playful, but always magical! Are you sure you're ready to tackle incredible adventures with — or sometimes against — them? After having easily assembled the pieces included in the book, grab some dice and challenge your friends to an extraordinary game. Test your skills at games like The Labyrinth, Save the Knight, and Lava River. There are eight in all. Ages: 6 plus.