I have 5 &amp; 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?
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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.
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You know, I think that it might be okay for a 5 year old. I really loved them and so did the twins who are almost 3yrs. My other grandchildren were visiting and played with them too and they are girls 5 and 7.
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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.
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The player has to do the reading. Not sure how old your child is but I would say this game is geared towards 4th grade and up. Actually my kids took no interest in this game as it is very dated... ie. graphics etc. Idea behind the game is neat but too dated. Wouldn't recommend
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Yes I would say a smart 5 year old could play for a little bit.. subject wide range..fun game for a group
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The box actually says age 5 and up. I suppose it would depend on the five-year-old. If the child enjoys strategy games, this is a great game. I think my son was already 6 when we got this game, and he did great with it. We've played it many, many times.
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I gave this as a birthday gift to a 5 year old. She loves it! I would think 5-6 would be the perfect age. My daughter is 3 and she wanted it too so I ordered it for her as well. We play it but without the batteries. You would have to be at least 5 in order to play it right... it's hard to get those little things out. But it's cute.... it has all the main characters from the show.
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Hi, All ages love this game. Five year olds are a little young, but they differ in concentration and maturity. My suggestion would be that the five year old be allowed to be on a team with one of the grownups the first time they try to play. You should explain to them that this is a grown up game so that they won't feel frustrated if they can't play. EnjoyMorah Judy
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We just learned to play it from the rules. I read them and looked at everything ahead of playing - by myself - until I somewhat understood what was supposed to happen. I think all of these types of games have really detailed rules and you just need to go over them really well and think it out - or play first with someone who has played it before. Also - keep the rules handy for reference as you play the game. That is the best advice I can give. After you play it a couple times - it become's pretty easy and a game can be played in 30 mins. I have nephews & nieces that are 9 that play - maybe not with the most strategy - but they play.
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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.
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We have 12grandkids and both games. They don't understand the older game if they are 7. We have an 8 year old and junior is a little a.dvanc.ed....
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I played with my 6 yo just fine. But only used the ships. No special cards and she was fine. Had a blast. She won. :( lol.
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5 year olds consistently request this game. They can team up with an adult, or play it on their own. I've tested it with over 500 kids, so I should know.Cheers!Dominic CrapuchettesDesigner of Wits & Wagers and Say Anything
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I think that a six-year-old can pick up the basic mechanics easily, but is likely to rely heavily on luck to win. I would definitely start them playing using the rules that lack the dragon tiles, which is the same as playing the original Tsuro.
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It totally is interest holding for all ages. My wife and I play almost every weekend with my 6 year old for about a year now. Any others that come over and play also love the game. I've played with people as young as 5 and as old as 65.
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I own the game and I would say about 8+, or really any child who is adept at using a DS and can read words with 10-12 characters and understand. It does demand a decent understanding of the English language and a basic understanding of how towns work and what "ordinances" are and things like that. Nothing is inappropriate or bad for young eyes/ears but it takes a good amount of knowledge to decipher the directions and conversations.That being said, if you plan on helping the child out with reading and things and play time, it's perfectly fine for any age :).
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5 year old these days I would say yes. My kid is 10 now but at 5 she had a DS and was playing games like this so depends on the child I think.