Memory is memory training, concentration and nostalgia
Memory is a game that children can play from an early age. And they’re so good at it! Why is…
learning by games
Repeating lessons and practising with Speed Cups
Sometimes you think: I should use this game mechanism in my lesson. For example, the speed required in Speed Cups.…
Go on an exciting adventure together and use all your skills to solve problems along the way
More info about AD&D“You are travelling in a caravan through a dark forest. In the distance you see a group…
Tell in your own words….. reading comprehension with game rules
1850!! 1850 words! Do you know how much that is?!? My son is 8 years old and in primary school.…
How it all started
5 years ago….. the birth of Pen & Pion As early as 2017, I was working on games at school.…
A magazine full of inspiration about learning with games
order Magazine #1 is in reprint. Available to order again soon. Curious about the content. Want to know in advance…
Play trains thinking
Suppose you represent a small country that is allowed to participate in the European political game. Together with your big…
A game in the classroom? You just have to dare!
‘Uhm, I just want to try something out…. You’re the first group I’ve done this with.’ Full of apologies, I…
But he always wants to win! – 6 types of players around the board
Not everyone starts a game in the same way. Game theory defines at least 6 types of players and maybe even more. Who are you when the game is on the table?
Gamification, serious gaming of game-based learning – what is the difference?
As if playing is only for children! Adults love it too. We only give it a different name. Gamification for example. Or serious gaming or game-based learning.
Using games to learn about the world
I have to write a paper on a famous historical person. Son comes home with this announcement and he…
Abstract thinking is practiced with games
am always up for a new game! Some games you learn quickly and with others you pretty much have to…
research and literature
Why are games so powerful? What is the theory behind games? And what do games do with children and adults?…
Meaningful play
Almost all creativity involves meaningful play. – Abraham Maslow What are the games from your childhood? Game of Goose,…
Another way of learning
Playing is an occupation that cannot be taken seriously enough. – Jacques Yves Cousteau Waiting your turn, thinking up a…