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    Fun in a Flash: 7 Quick Games Even Busy Parents Have Time For

    By | Parenting – Mon, Mar 18, 2013 1:04 PM EDT

    Photo by: Katherine Stone
    Reverse Charades
    A team acts out clues for one person to guess. You're supposed to use the hourglass timer and guess as many clues as possible in 60 seconds, but we haven't ... more 
    Photo by: Katherine Stone
    Reverse Charades
    A team acts out clues for one person to guess. You're supposed to use the hourglass timer and guess as many clues as possible in 60 seconds, but we haven't graduated to that yet. We find enough amusement just trying to act out the clues. And if you're tired, there's nothing better than lying on the couch watching your kids silently act out "corn dog." Reverse Charades Jr., for ages 6+, costs around $16.
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    If you're as busy, backed up and tired as I am, the words "Mom, come play with me," can sometimes strike fear into your heart. Luckily I've mastered the art of finding and stockpiling quick games, so I'm always up for a round of games with the kids. Here are my requirements for mom-approved quick games: 1) the game can be played in 15 minutes or less; 2) it is equally enjoyed by both of my kids, who are four-and-a-half years apart in age; 3) it comes in a small box for easy storage, and has few pieces, which means less for me to clean up; 4) it costs around $10. As you might imagine, Monopoly does not meet my requirements. Here are 7 great games that do. - By Katherine Stone



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