When you live in New England, you embrace the unseasonably warm and sunny days because you know it could be the very last one for a long time. You understand that you could get walloped by snow in a day or two.

The other day, I took my kids on a beautiful, long, and very-much-needed hike. The only problem was, we skipped quiet time.

My kids are the type of kiddos who need a quiet time. What do you do when you’ve missed your window and your kids are on the verge of crabby? How do you keep the peace and allow them a minute to recharge their batteries?

But, thankfully, I had a strategy: one-player logic games on the patio. A perfect late afternoon activity to calm kids down… and sneak in some learning!

Today, I’m sharing the games we used. They are fantastic educational logic games and my kids love them! (Psst- they would make fantastic educational stocking stuffers!)

Improve Quiet Time with Educational Logic Games

Here are our family’s current favorite educational logic games. When you are finished reading, I’d love for you to share your family’s favorites!

[easyazon_link identifier=”B00000IRY1″ locale=”US” tag=”mylitpop-20″]Brick by Brick[/easyazon_link]

Recommended for ages 8 and up, [easyazon_link identifier=”B00000IRY1″ locale=”US” tag=”mylitpop-20″]Brick by Brick[/easyazon_link] offers 60 challenges with three different levels of play. The goal is a simple one: combine the five bricks to match the image depicted on each challenge card, but the game offers a fun challenge!

[easyazon_link identifier=”B01G3Q5GEY” locale=”US” tag=”mylitpop-20″]Safari Rush Hour[/easyazon_link]

Yes! It’s true! There is a new [easyazon_link identifier=”B01G3Q5GEY” locale=”US” tag=”mylitpop-20″]Rush Hour[/easyazon_link]. It’s called Safari Rush Hour and unlike traditional Rush Hour, the grid is larger and players can move their Safari Rover in all directions making for added challenge!

To play, set up the game grid according to the challenge card, then move your Escape Rover through a safari of wild animals. If your family loves [easyazon_link identifier=”B00000DMER” locale=”US” tag=”mylitpop-20″]Rush Hour[/easyazon_link] and [easyazon_link identifier=”B01L4FVUVW” locale=”US” tag=”mylitpop-20″]Rush Hour Shift[/easyazon_link], I promise you [easyazon_link identifier=”B01G3Q5GEY” locale=”US” tag=”mylitpop-20″]Safari Rush Hour[/easyazon_link] will be a huge hit! This game is also recommended for ages 8 and up.

[easyazon_link identifier=”B00000IRZ4″ locale=”US” tag=”mylitpop-20″]Shape by Shape[/easyazon_link]

[easyazon_link identifier=”B00000IRZ4″ locale=”US” tag=”mylitpop-20″]Shape By Shape[/easyazon_link] is a tangram-style pattern game recommended for ages 8 and up. With 60 challenges, your little geometry lover will work on those conceptual thinking and spatial reasoning skills while having a blast!

[easyazon_link identifier=”B01G3Q5IVK” locale=”US” tag=”mylitpop-20″]Sweet Logic[/easyazon_link]

I love this game! It is adorable… and super challenging!

[easyazon_link identifier=”B01G3Q5IVK” locale=”US” tag=”mylitpop-20″]Sweet Logic[/easyazon_link] encourages children to develop reasoning skills through fun, multi-level challenges. To play, your children must use the clues provided to fill the tray with all nine chocolate pieces in their correct positions.

Educational Logic Games Boost STEM Skills

In order for a child to be a successful STEMist, they need time and space to work on those skills. By providing your children with the opportunity to practice those skills in a fun, engaging way, you’ll be setting them up for future success.

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Now, it’s your turn. Tell me: Do you have a quiet time in your home? What is your favorite logic game? Share here!