Below are all of the board games included in the Board Games Kit #1 and their corresponding instructions.

Below are all of the board games included in the Board Games Kit #2 and their corresponding instructions.

Below are all of the board games included in the Board Games Kit #3 and their corresponding instructions.

Brain Teaser Kit #2 Programming Ideas:

Young Children (Ages 3-6)

• Puzzle Playtime – Set up stations with the wooden 3D puzzles, Russian Blocks Puzzle, and Hexagon Puzzle. Kids can rotate through each, solving them with caregiver support.
• Story & Solve – Read a book with a problem-solving theme (e.g., The Most Magnificent Thing by Ashley Spires) and then let kids try some simple puzzles.
• Giant Floor Puzzle Challenge – Create large versions of the hexagon or Russian block puzzle on a felt board or magnetic board so kids can work together.

Tweens (Ages 7-12)

• Kanoodle Tournament – Time participants to see who can complete different levels of Kanoodle the fastest.
• Escape the Puzzle Room – Create an escape room where tweens must solve metal puzzle challenges or wooden brain teasers to "unlock" their next clue. Make sure to also check out one of South Carolina State Library's Escape Room Kits to expand on the escape room fun!
• Puzzle Art – Let kids design their own tangram-like puzzles out of cardstock and challenge their peers to solve them.

Teens (Ages 13-18)

• Brain Teaser Battle – Using books like The Ultimate Brain Games and Puzzles Book for Teens, create a live trivia challenge with teams competing to solve riddles and brain teasers.
• Speed Puzzling Challenge – Participants work in pairs to see who can solve the most puzzles in a set time limit (mix Kanoodle, metal puzzles, and wooden 3D puzzles).
• DIY Puzzle Making – Have teens create their own logic puzzles or wooden brain teasers and swap them to solve.

Adults

• Brain Games & Coffee – Host a relaxing event with coffee or tea where adults can work on metal puzzle challenges, crosswords, or brain teasers from the books.
• Mind Fitness Workshop – Partner with a local expert to discuss brain health and cognition while integrating hands-on puzzle-solving activities.
• Puzzle Swap Social – Encourage adults to bring their own puzzles (jigsaw, word puzzles, logic puzzles) and swap them after an hour of solving puzzles from the kit.

Kanoodle Portable Puzzle Game

Answer Keys:

Kanoodle - Instructions and Answer Key

Metal Puzzle Key #1

Metal Puzzle Key #2

Wooden Puzzle Key #1

Wooden Puzzle Key #2

Wooden Puzzle Key #3

Wooden Puzzle Key #4

Russian Puzzle Key

Hexagon Puzzle Key

Other Resources:

• School Library Journal article from Jan 09, 2025: Power-Up Programming with Puzzles! by Lisa Bubert

How to solve the Wooden Snake Cube Puzzle

How to solve the wooden Star Puzzle (the Lumberjack Puzzle is the same concept)

How to solve a Soma Cube Puzzle quickly

How to solve the Falling Star Puzzle

How to solve the Soccer Ball Puzzle

How to solve the Diamond Puzzle

*I highly suggest you place the pieces just like the person in the video has them. It will help!*

Games included in Escape Room Kit #1

MultiLocks in Escape Room Kit #1

Games included in Escape Room Kit #2

Locks in Escape Room Kit #2

Games included in Escape Room Kit #3

Locks in Escape Room Kit #3

The New English Dictionary safe	Combination lock box with attached steel cable	Combination U-lock
6' Combination cable lock	Key lock box with push button combination	Keyed U-lock
four-digit combination padlock	three-digit combination padlock	Multilocks

Digital Breakout Edu Games

• Mindful Maddie
• Field Day Fun
• Birthday Party Puzzler
• School Daze
• The Lost Ladybug
• Keyla’s Carnival Games
• Danny Plays Putt-Putt
• Jenna’s Adaptation Extravaganza
• Keyla Takes on Natural Hazards
• Neighborhood Picnic

Skill Toys Kit #2

Chatter Ring

Chatter Ring (s01e01)

View more videos at Flow Circus' official YouTube page.

Foot Bag; better known as Hacky Sack

• Footbag Worldwide
• International Footbag Players' Association, Inc. (IFPA) 
  • Information
  • Upcoming Events
  • YouTube Channel
  • Facebook
• Footbag WorldWide Information Service

Skill Toys Programming Ideas:

Young Children (Ages 3-6)

• Toss & Catch Fun – Use the cup and ball toys or the flop balls and a bucket/basket for a simple hand-eye coordination game.  
• Hacky Sack Obstacle Course – Create a simple course where kids balance a flop ball, hacky sack, or juggling balls on different body parts while moving through obstacles (e.g., walking a line, stepping over pool noodles).
• Skill Toy Storytime – Read a book like You Are a Lion! And Other Fun Yoga Poses by Taeeun Yoo, then have kids try simple balancing challenges with flop balls.

Tweens (Ages 7-12)

• Juggling 101 – Teach kids to juggle by starting with scarves. Progress to juggling balls, hacky sacks, and rings.
• Juggling Boot Camp – Use the juggling rings, juggling balls, flop balls, or the flower sticks to teach progressive skill-building from one object to three.
• Flop Ball Trick Swap – Have kids work in small groups, learn a new trick from the flop ball deck cards, and then teach it to another group.
• Spinning Plate Races – Players must keep their plate spinning while completing small challenges like walking a line or hopping in place.
• Yo-Yo Basics & Beyond – Teach simple yo-yo tricks (walk the dog, rock the baby), then encourage kids to level up using different yo-yo styles.

Teens (Ages 13-18)

• Circus Science: The Physics of Skill Toys - Participants learn tricks and discuss the science behind how and why they work. They can also test different variables (e.g., does a heavier yo-yo spin longer?) to see physics in action. Each skill toy demonstrates physics concepts:
  • Yo-yos & Diabolos: Angular momentum and gravity
  • Juggling & Flop Balls: Hand-eye coordination and trajectory
  • Spinning Plates: Balance and centrifugal force
• Kendama Knockout – Create a bracket-style kendama challenge where participants must complete progressively harder tricks from the instruction books.
• Spin-Off Competition – Players use spinning plates, yo-yos, and diabolo yo-yos to see who can keep their object moving the longest.
• Skill Toy Sampler Night – Let teens rotate through all the toys, try each one, and vote on their favorite to learn more in-depth.
• Freestyle Skill Toy Showcase – Let teens experiment with the skill toys, then put on a mini showcase where they demonstrate tricks.

Adults

• Movement & Balance – Introduce flop balls, flower sticks, and pindaloo games as a way to improve focus, balance, and hand-eye coordination.
• Mindful Movement with Skill Toys – Focus on mindfulness and dexterity by using flop balls and bead chatter rings in slow, meditative movements.
• Coordination & Brain Fitness Workshop – Discuss the benefits of coordination games for cognitive health while letting adults try juggling balls, hacky sacks, and flop balls.
• Throwback Yo-Yo Night – Feature classic yo-yo tricks, yo-yo history, and time for adults to practice tricks they remember or learn new ones.
• Juggling for Fitness – Teach basic juggling with rings, balls, or diabolo yo-yos, emphasizing how it improves coordination and brain health.
• Family Skill Toy Night – Encourage multigenerational play, allowing adults to bond with kids over kendama, yo-yos, and diabolo yo-yos.

All-Ages Library Events

• Skill Toy Olympics – Set up different stations with flop balls, spinning plates, kendama, and diabolo yo-yos, where participants try mini-challenges and earn points.
• Circus Skills Workshop – Partner with a local performer or juggling enthusiast to teach a variety of skills using materials from the kit.
• Juggle & Jam – Combine music with skill toy play! Have people practice with flop balls, spinning plates, and flower sticks while listening to fun background music.
• Skill Toy Swap Meet – Invite patrons to bring their own skill toys (yo-yos, kendama, juggling gear) and swap tips, tricks, or even toys.

Pindaloo

What is Pindaloo? 

Pindaloo is a juggling skill toy that involves throwing a ball into a loop and catching it on the other side, promoting hand-eye coordination and motor skills. 

How to Pindaloo tutorial

Check out more Pindaloo tutorials:

YouTube

Pindaloo.com

Diabolo Chinese Yo-yo

How to Diabolo By J. Lockwood

USA Diabolo Association

Ready to buy your own and want to know your options?

Diabolo Tricks - Tutorial #1: 

Diabolo Tricks - Tutorial #2: 

View more videos at Spyros Bros official YouTube page.

Spinning Plates

PDF Spinning Plates Instructions

International Jugglers Association: The Art of Plate Spinning

Getting Started with Plate Spinning

Plate Intro Spinning

Plate Basic Toss and Turn

Jester Sticks/Flower Sticks

Getting Started with Flower Sticks

Propeller Tutorial Part 1

Propeller Tutorial Part 2

Kendama

Basics and Tricks - Pictorial

Kendama USA - Tricks & Tutorial Videos

Getting Started with Kendama

View more videos at Flow Circus' official YouTube page.

Yo-yo

Yo-yo Tutorials by YoYoExpert®

National Yo-Yo League

International Yo-Yo Federation

Yo-Yo Contest Central

Getting Started with Yo-yo

10 tricks every Yo-Yo beginner should know by Dazzling Dave, National Yo-Yo Master

Juggling Rings

How to juggle rings

View more videos at the FlyJuggler official YouTube page.

Flop Ball

Introduction #1 - The Basics

View more videos at Flow Circus' official YouTube page.

Twister Ultimate game instructions

Library Programming Idea

Benefits - 

• Engagement: Ideal for engaging patrons in hands-on, interactive play during events. It encourages library visitors to physically participate, breaking down the barrier of passive learning and fostering active engagement.
• Icebreaker Activities: A perfect choice for icebreakers during group events, helping participants get comfortable with one another while having fun.
• Space-Efficient: Though large, it’s compact enough to store in a library and can be used in indoor spaces like community rooms or outdoor areas, making it versatile.

Sack Race Rules

Library Programming Idea

Benefits - 

• Promotes Physical Activity and Fun: This game encourages friendly competition and physical activity, offering patrons a chance to break from sitting or sedentary activities, which is great for library programs with a focus on health and wellness.
• Team Building: These games can be used for team-building exercises, which is valuable for programming targeting youth groups, teen leadership initiatives, or even library staff team-building activities.

Yardkle / Yardzee Instructions

Yardkle / Yardzee Printable Score Cards

Library Programming Idea - Yardkle

Library Programming Idea - Yardzee

Benefits - 

• Fun for All Ages: Yardkle and Yardzee games offers both fun and competition for families and small groups, promoting both cognitive thinking and physical movement.
• Simple and Easy to Set Up: The simple setup and easy-to-understand rules make this game a great choice for library staff to implement quickly for group activities, perfect for scheduled programs or spontaneous play.
• Portable and Versatile: Its portable nature makes it easy to move between library locations, and it can be used indoors or outdoors. It’s a hit for library game nights or summer reading programs.

Soft Horseshoe Set Instructions

Library Programming Idea

Benefits - 

• Safe and Fun Competition: Soft horseshoes offer a safe, competitive game that is perfect for all ages, especially for library programs that focus on outdoor family fun or physical activity in the warmer months.
• Skill Development: It teaches precision and hand-eye coordination while providing a social, low-impact activity. Ideal for both casual library programs or more structured competitions.

Velcro Toss and Catch games and activities 

More games and activities...

Library Programming Idea

Benefits - 

• Improves Coordination: This game helps improve hand-eye coordination and is an excellent way for younger children in library programs to develop motor skills.
• Inclusive for Various Abilities: It’s accessible for kids of all abilities, making it a great option for library events that prioritize inclusivity and accessibility, allowing children with different physical abilities to participate and enjoy.

Jump Rope Games and Activities

Library Programming Idea

Benefits - 

• Great for Physical Health: Jump ropes are perfect for encouraging physical fitness during library programs. Whether it’s a single participant or group event, they promote cardiovascular health and fitness in an active, low-cost way.
• Easy to Integrate: Jump rope activities can be easily incorporated into library programs focused on exercise, wellness, or skill-building for children and teens.

Giant Tower Game Instructions

Library Programming Idea

Benefits - 

• Teamwork and Social Skills: The Giant Tower Game promotes social interaction and communication among participants, ideal for group activities in libraries where people can collaborate and strategize.
• Flexible for All Ages: It’s suitable for all age groups, allowing libraries to host family-oriented or multigenerational events, catering to children, teens, and adults alike.

Parachute Games and Activities

Library Programming Idea

Benefits - 

• Group Play and Social Interaction: The parachute fosters teamwork and collaboration, helping participants work together to achieve shared goals. This is great for group-based activities like summer camps, family programs, or community-building events in libraries.
• Inclusive for All Ages: Its large size and fun colors attract participants of various ages, and the activities it encourages (such as creating waves, creating a dome, or playing games with balls) are accessible and fun for all skill levels.
• Encourages Movement: The parachute encourages both gentle and energetic movement, helping children stay active and develop motor coordination, which can be especially beneficial for library events targeting young children.

Toss Across game instructions

Benefits - 

• Hand-eye coordination – Helps develop aiming and throwing skills.
• Strategic thinking – Encourages planning moves ahead of time.
• Group-friendly – Supports teamwork and social play.

STEAM Connection for Programming:

• Probability & Game Theory – Discuss the best strategies to win and analyze move probabilities.
• Force & Trajectory – Experiment with different throwing techniques and their effects on accuracy.

Programming Ideas:

• "Toss Across Math Challenge" – Assign points to different squares and integrate math into gameplay.
• "STEAM Toss: Angles & Accuracy" – Use slow-motion recording to analyze the physics of throwing.
• "Tic-Tac-Toe Tournaments" – Set up a bracket-style competition for patrons of all ages.

Bocce Rules

Benefits - 

• Fine motor skill development – Encourages precise, controlled movements.
• Social & inclusive – Great for mixed-age groups, including seniors.
• Strategy-based – Players must calculate the best throws to win.

STEAM Connection for Programming:

• Physics & Momentum – Discuss how mass and speed affect rolling distance.
• Measurement & Estimation – Players must determine which ball is closest to the target using math skills.

Programming Ideas:

• "Bocce & Physics" – Teach kids about friction, gravity, and acceleration through gameplay.
• "History of Bocce Ball" – Explore its ancient origins and how games evolve over time.
• "Bocce & Math" – Players measure distances and calculate angles to improve their shots.

Collapsible Cornhole Setup Instructions

Benefits - 

• Encourages hand-eye coordination & focus.
• Great for all ages – Simple rules make it accessible to everyone.
• Team-based or solo play – Flexible for various program formats.

STEAM Connection for Programming:

• Aerodynamics & Gravity – Discuss how air resistance and launch angles affect bean bag flight.
• Math in Scorekeeping – Explore addition, subtraction, and probability in gameplay.

Programming Ideas:

• "Cornhole & Physics" – Test how throwing techniques impact accuracy.
• "DIY Cornhole Boards" – Let patrons design & decorate custom cornhole boards.
• "Cornhole Math Tournament" – Encourage kids to track scores using mental math.

Pickleball Rules

Benefits - 

• Encourages physical activity – A low-impact sport that promotes movement and coordination.
• Social engagement – Great for group play and friendly competition.
• Multi-generational – Easy to learn, making it ideal for kids, teens, adults, and seniors.

STEAM Connection for Programming:

• Physics of Motion & Angles – Explore how force, spin, and trajectory affect ball movement.
• Material Science – Discuss why pickleball paddles are designed differently than tennis rackets.

Programming Ideas:

• "Physics of Pickleball" Workshop – Use mini pickleball games to demonstrate force, angles, and reaction time.
• "Pickleball for Beginners" – Host an intro clinic where patrons learn and play together.
• "Pickleball and the Power of Play" – Pair with books on sports science, teamwork, or biographies of famous athletes.

Rubber Balls

***Note: The rubber balls must be deflated before shipping to fit all contents in the tote. Thank you for your attention to these details.****

Benefits - 

• Versatile for various activities 
• Encourages active play & movement.
• Inclusive & easy for all skill levels.

STEAM Connection for Programming:

• Bounce & Elasticity – Experiment with how different surfaces impact bounce height.
• Pressure & Density – Discuss how air pressure inside the ball affects its performance.

Programming Ideas:

• "Bounce & Measure Experiment" – Test and record bounce heights on different surfaces.
• "Rubber Ball Obstacle Course" – Create a challenge using ramps and tunnels.
• "Sports Around the World" – Explore how different cultures use balls in traditional games.

Not sure which transmitter to use?

Transmitter Channel Colors

Channel 1 = Blue

Channel 2 = Red

Channel 3 = Green

TX-50RF Transmitter Manual (wired transmitter)

TX-60RF Transmitter Manual

Phone doesn't have an AUX port? We supply adapters for for Android and iPhone users.

AUX Adapters for Apple phones

AUX Adapters for Andriod phones

Silent Sound System Program Ideas:

• Silent Book Club: Create a quiet reading environment where participants listen to audiobooks or ambient sounds through headphones, enhancing focus and immersion.
• Meditation Workshops: Conduct guided meditation or yoga sessions with instructions and calming music transmitted through the headphones, providing a serene experience.
• Multi-Genre Dance Party: Host a dance event where attendees can switch between different music genres on separate channels, catering to diverse musical tastes.
• Interactive Storytime for Kids: Use the system to deliver immersive storytelling sessions, where children can listen to narrated stories with sound effects, enhancing their engagement.