Why Board Games Are Good for You

Uma notícia mostra como jogar jogos de tabuleiro pode trazer benefícios para a mente, as emoções e as relações sociais dos adultos.

Level 1 (Iniciante – A2)

Many adults like to play board games today. Playing board games is a fun leisure activity. People play with friends or family at home. These games help the brain. Players think, plan, and remember rules. This improves mental health. Board games also help people relax after work. They reduce stress and make people feel calm. When people play together, they talk and laugh. This helps social interaction. Players learn to wait, follow rules, and respect others. Many board games need teamwork, not only winning. Because of this, board games help build cognitive skills in a simple and enjoyable way.

🔑 Key Vocabulary (Level 1)

leisure activitysomething you do for fun in your free time

mental healthhow your mind feels and works

social interactiontalking and spending time with other people

cognitive skillsskills the brain uses to think and remember

🗣️ Let's Discuss (Level 1)

1Do you like playing board games?
2Who do you play board games with?
3Do board games help you relax?
4What is your favorite leisure activity?
5Do you prefer games or TV?

✍️ Exercises

Practice what you learned in Level 1

Playing board games is a fun .

Board games help improve .

Talking and laughing help .

Thinking and planning build .

People often play with friends or .

Quick Quiz

What do people use board games for?▼

Answer:

Fun

What do board games help improve?▼

Answer:

Mental health

Who do people often play with?▼

Answer:

Family