Family Friday: Ticket to Ride First Journey Board Game
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My daughter is outgrowing Candy Land so I’m looking for kids’ versions of my favorite board games. One I love and am looking forward to playing with her is Ticket to Ride First Journey.
Like the original Ticket to Ride, players try to claim routes and connect cities. This kid-friendly version (ages 6 and up) takes 30 minutes or less to play, features shorter routes, and has other simplified rules. It can be played with 2 to 4 players, so my daughter can eventually play with friends or her brother while I relax with a good book and a cup of coffee (yeah right).
The game is available at Amazon for $23 or Target for $27.99.
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And whoever recommended Sleeping Queens a few weeks ago, Kiddo loves it!
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