Unlock! Kids is a deduction game from the makers of the escape room style Unlock series. This time it’s up to kids to solve the mysteries before the time runs out using their powers of observation, logic, and deduction.

I’m breaking down the new logical deduction game series The Key! This series from HABA will have players working individually to crack the case by examining clues to solve thefts, sabotage, and yes, even murder! (I hope you read that in an ominous voice, because I most definitely said it in an ominous voice.)

For days when you’re stuck inside, every parent needs a good set of screen-free activities that kids can do on their own.

As a mom of 5, these activities help function as a tool to give me a break so that I can quick throw in another load of laundry, keep some kids busy while I present a homeschool lesson to another child, or just give me a break from the millions of questions kids ask all day long. (Honestly, they are non-stop!)

While you know we love games around here, I want to share with you a few of my favorite solo logic and puzzle activities that help this stay-at-home mom make it through the day in case you find yourself in need of a few “mom-not-required” activities. 

Who doesn’t love a good logic puzzle? 

There’s something so satisfying about solving a puzzle using nothing but your wits. 

No special cards. No victory points. Just you and your brain racing to find the answer before your opponents. 

This is the simple and thrilling joy you’ll find as you, the cryptozoologist, connect the dots to uncover the elusive creature in Cryptid.