Scene It? Board Game Interview
From LoveToKnow BoardGames
Anita Lavine is director of public relations for Screenlife, a Seattle-based game company that is the creator and leading developer of DVD games. A lifelong board-game lover and huge fan of trivia, Anita couldn’t be more thrilled to be working with Screenlife. "I've got two young children, and family game-night is a big hit at our house. I love being able to start these fun traditions with my own kids, and I feel lucky to be able to work with a company whose mission it is to bring games and enjoyment into people's lives." Anita shared her thoughts on kids and board games with LoveToKnow.
Please tell us about yourself and your company.
Screenlife is a premier game company that's bringing a new dimension to the way the world has fun. Screenlife is the creator and world's leading developer of DVD games, including Scene It? ®, the number-one selling DVD game worldwide. We've got a number of Scene It? editions that are great for kids including Disney, Disney Channel, Junior, Nick and Harry Potter. We also make some great DVD games for younger children like Disney and Thomas Bingo, with exciting new games in development for 2009.
What do kids typically prefer in board games?
The opportunity to win! Just kidding, though that is part of the appeal. Kids also love the interaction, the competition and the opportunity to have fun.
How can parents encourage their kids to play board game?
One key seems to be for parents to start off playing new games with their kids. They can show them the rules, make sure they understand the objectives, and get them on track for playing well together. At a certain point, the kids will be able to play the games together or with friends.
What are the advantages of a instigating a family game night?
Family game nights are great. They provide a wonderful way for parents and children to connect and interact, while learning and having fun at the same time.
What can kids learn from playing board games?
Kids learn a variety of life skills through playing games. At the most basic, they learn to take turns and wait patiently. Some games require exercising judgment, decision-making and simple strategy. Depending on the game, kids also utilize math skills, verbal communication, healthy competitive spirit and best of all, they're having fun!
Why should parents purchase your board game?
Scene It? games combine the best of pop-culture trivia with real clips from kids favorite movies, television shows and music. The games are great fun, easy to learn and our unique randomization technology provides hours of new content game after game. Kids absolutely love Scene It?
Do you have any other tips or advice you'd like to offer our readers?
Just remember that games are supposed to provide an opportunity for fun. If it seems that children are getting frustrated with a particular game, take a break from it for a few weeks and then pull it out again, or try encouraging them patiently if they feel they're not succeeding. Often times it might take a few tries before they really grasp all the rules of a new game or activity.
If you haven't checked out the fun game Scene It? You're in for a treat! The game is sold at stores like Wal-Mart, K-Mart Target, and Amazon.
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