Abalone

Abstract sumo match where the goal is to push your opponent's marbles off the board

—BGG

Grade Band: 3-5; 6-8; 9-12

Time to Play: 30 minutes

Number of Players: 2

Game Style: competitive; consecutive play

Complexity: Level 1

Fairly easy to explain the instructions, the more you play the more complex your strategy becomes

Price:

• Amazon - $12.99

Mathematical Skills:

• Spatial and Geometric Reasoning

• Strategic Thinking

• Pattern Recognition

  
  

Description of Game:

Players take turns pushing the marbles around the board, with the goal of pushing six of the opposing player's marbles off the board. Players can move up to three of their marbles at a time, as long as they move together. This game is great for those who enjoy chess or checkers!

Rules Video:

Teacher Resources:

• Board Game Geek Description