First published 2007
Susan Magsamen treats play as fundamental as food and shelter. She presents games tailored to different developmental stages and shares real stories from families who have mastered the art of planning engaging family nights. These families know how to launch games successfully and draw in hesitant participants. Magsamen shows readers how to personalize a table runner specifically for family night activities. She provides a practical survival kit containing playing cards, dice, and versatile game pieces that work across multiple activities. The book combines practical game suggestions with authentic family experiences, demonstrating how play strengthens family bonds and creates lasting memories through structured fun.
Genres: family, self-help, non-fiction, parenting
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family
48 pages · Hardcover · Union Square & Co.