Board games are great, but have you seen the jumbo-sized versions? We’re talking giant Connect Four, oversize Jenga, or a bean bag toss set that takes up your entire lawn. These games are perfect for a family of four because they’re designed for two teams of two. Mom and Dad can pretend to be competitive while the kids cheat adorably.
My only warning: do not buy Monopoly. That game ends friendships. Instead, look for cooperative games where everyone wins or loses together—like a “Beat the Parents” trivia set or a giant matching game. Teamwork makes the dream work, or at least keeps the crying to a minimum.