Level Up Family Fun Why Games Are the Ultimate Holiday Present
Game On You can play many types of games with your family, including board games, virtual games, card games, or active games like sports or tag. Adding a physical element to your play can encourage and support healthy lifestyles in your family and make exercise fun. Board and card games can help your children learn teamwork, patience, and strategy. You can gain the same togetherness through virtual games like jackbox.tv, which allows multiple players to participate in party games from their devices. You can play some of your favorite classic board games online, so you don’t have to worry about keeping track of game pieces or scores. Play Your Cards Right When picking out a game as a gift, consider what the recipient is passionate about or their favorite genres. If you know they love a certain genre of games, look for another tabletop game of the same type they haven’t tried yet. Many games also offer extensions, upgrades, or modifications you
This holiday season, why not give your family the gift of creative outlets and mind boosters? Games make perfect presents, offering entertainment and opportunities to bond, laugh, socialize, and grow. Whether it’s an expansion pack for your child’s favorite game or a board game everyone can participate in, games are an excellent tool for connecting and exploring our imaginations. Get ready to roll the dice and win the gifting game!
can purchase for someone who is a big fan of a particular game. This holiday season is the perfect time to make game night a new family tradition. In our busy lives, games are a way to relax, have fun, and connect with people more deeply. Not only is it fun, but playing teaches us and makes us stronger. This year, let the games unite the family in a way that makes everyone feel like a winner! – Michael Packard
Level Up Games are more than just fun.
They can play an important role in childhood development and grow our skills as adults. When we play together as a family, it helps us bond and strengthens our communication. Rolling the dice or shuffling cards can improve children’s motor skills and help them develop problem-solving capabilities. Playing games can positively impact our academics, physical health, and mental well-being.
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CHICKEN CAPRESE SALAD
Ingredients
Inspired by EatingWell.com
• 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil • 2 tsp Dijon mustard • 1 tsp ground pepper • 2 1/2 tsp honey • 3/4 tsp salt, divided • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 2 (8-oz) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced • 8 cups coarsely chopped romaine lettuce • 1 lb grape tomatoes, halved • 1 (8-oz) container fresh small mozzarella cheese balls in water, drained • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
Directions
1. Whisk vinegar, olive oil, mustard, and pepper in a medium bowl. Transfer 6 tbsp of mixture to a smaller bowl and whisk in honey; set aside. 2. To mixture in the medium bowl, add 1/2 tsp salt, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Add chicken; toss to coat. Marinate for 30 minutes. 3. Coat a grill pan with oil. Over medium heat, add chicken and cook until grill marks appear on each side, about 5–7 minutes. Transfer to a plate; let stand for 5 minutes. 4. Arrange romaine, tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil on a large platter; sprinkle with salt. Top with the sliced chicken and drizzle with the honey mixture.
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