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5 Brain-boosting games for kids in this holiday

TOI Lifestyle Desk
| etimes.in | Last updated on - Mar 29, 2026, 13:25 IST
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5 Brain-boosting games for kids in this holiday

School holidays are the best times for children to relax, enjoy, and get involved in various games. Though electronic gadgets and television programs consume most of their leisure time, parents can encourage their children to engage in various enjoyable games that enhance memory, concentration, creativity, and problem-solving skills. Brain-boosting games not only keep children occupied but also assist parents in developing various thinking skills in a fun and enjoyable way. According to experts, learning through games is one of the best methods for children to develop various thinking skills. In this presentation, five brain-boosting games are discussed for children to engage in this holiday.

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Puzzle games

Puzzle games are considered one of the best games for enhancing a child’s brain development. A puzzle game involves a jigsaw puzzle, a number puzzle, and a pattern puzzle. These puzzles assist children in enhancing memory power, problem-solving skills, and patience. While trying to solve puzzles, children learn how to concentrate, think logically, and develop pattern recognition skills. A puzzle game helps improve hand-eye coordination and concentration levels. Parents can engage their children with puzzle games for a long time. This is a very useful holiday activity for parents as it does not allow children to spend most of their time watching television.

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Memory card game

A memory card game is a simple but very useful brain-boosting game for children. In this game, cards are placed face down, and children have to remember the cards and match them by turning the cards one by one. A memory card game helps children improve memory power, concentration, and attention to detail. It is a very useful game for enhancing patience and observation skills. A memory card game involves numbers, animals, fruits, and picture cards. Playing this game helps improve a child’s memory power and concentration in a fun way.

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​Word building games

Word building games such as Scrabble, word puzzles, and spelling games help in developing language and thinking abilities in children. These games will help the child to learn and build their vocabulary and spellings. Word building games also enhance creativity and communication skills in children. The parent may play word building games with their kids, depending on their ages. This game is not only educational but also entertaining, and it is a perfect game to be played during the holidays with kids.​

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Building blocks and the Lego game

Building blocks and Lego games help in developing creativity, imagination, and thinking abilities in children. When kids build houses, cars, and other buildings, they enhance their planning and designing skills. These games also enhance fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination in children. Building games allow kids to think creatively and build something on their own. These games also enhance their confidence and patience.

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Treasure hunt game

A treasure hunt is a wonderful game that will enhance thinking abilities and problem-solving skills in kids. The parent may hide some small items in their houses and provide hints to their kids to find them. The kids will have to think and analyze the hints to find the treasure. This game will enhance their logical thinking, problem-solving skills, and observation skills. This game is also entertaining and may be played by the whole family during the holidays.

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