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Children learn through play. As an occupational therapist who works with children and youth, I use games and toys almost every day to help develop important cognitive, visual perceptual, motor, sensory, social, play and leisure skills. While many different types of activities can be used in therapy, this blog focuses on off-the-shelf games and toys that are accessible to most. Whether you are a therapist, parent, teacher, or a game lover like me, I hope you discover something useful while you are here. Learn a different way to play a game you already own or discover a new game for your next family game night. Either way, just go play. It's good for you!

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Nov 23, 2019

Rush Hour Traffic Jam, Safari, Railroad, Jr.

Rush Hour Traffic Jam, Safari, Railroad and Jr.

There are lots of reasons that OTs love the Rush Hour series of games including:
  • Rush Hour is a one-person logic game that exercises many different skills such as problem solving and spatial reasoning. 
  • Rush Hour includes multiple challenges that get more difficult as you go.
  • The easier challenges can be solved in a matter of minutes for many, suitable for a therapy session.
  • Kids love it.
Rush Hour comes in multiple themes and I would be hard pressed to pick a favorite. I have blogged about all four games and you can check out each post by clicking on a link below.

 Rush Hour Traffic Jam
Rush Hour Jr.
Rush Hour Safari
Rush Hour Railroad


If you would like to read more about one-person logic puzzles, check out my post What's in Your Therapy Box? Logic Puzzles Edition. 

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