A toy or game apparatus including a figure or character member and a trigger means. User actuation of the trigger means causes at least part of the figure or character member to vibrate and/or shake. The vibrating or shaking occurring occasionally and/or after a period of time has elapsed.

A system and method for teaching arithmetic has a plurality of training aides or manipulatives wherein a child/student learns arithmetic facts by executing the method using the system. The physical training aids may include a plurality of dice (10,12), a numerical board (20), a plurality of pennies (26) and a container (22). The physical training aids are used with the child where the child creates addition/subtraction problems by rolls of the dice (10,12) wherein the child uses the numerical board (20) and container (22) along with the pennies (26) to solve problems and verify answers by direct observation. Games may be incorporated where the child can use the system and method in playing the games.

A city capturing board game, including a board having a plurality of spaces imprinted thereon, the spaces being subdivided into territories representing neighborhoods, a plurality of vehicles to move about the spaces on the board based on a rolling of at least one die, and a plurality of figurines to each remain on one of the spaces on the board to represent a capture of the space.

A novel method of game play and game components that, in one embodiment, is in the form of playing cards associated or representing phonetic sounds and a score wherein cards are arranged in sequences to form words and then a score is calculated. In alternative embodiments, the components used to play the game may take other forms, such as tiles, or the game may be played in different media, such as using electronic displays on a computer or electronic devices and on an interactive network. Further alternatives involve providing a game board that allows the player to advance a game piece along designated spaces to a finish line or goal.

A board game that creates an entertaining playing and learning environment pertaining to investing and buying real estate. The board game comprises a playing board with spaces thereon corresponding to actions or cards with significance to the home buying or investment field, game pieces for each player to move around the board, dice to be rolled to advance game pieces along the board, currency, and various learning elements that cooperate to create an entertaining and learning environment for players and audiences.

An improved cribbage scoring device (6) composed of a pliable material (24), which is stored in a wrapped position around a deck of cards (14) and secured with a fastener (7). The pliable material is more lightweight, compactable, and versatile than previous art, allowing for improved ability to transport the device (6) and use during travel. Points are scored using pins (10) placed vertically into a series of dots representing points, which are reproduced on the pliable material. The pins (10) securely affix in the pliable material (24) allowing for play on instable surfaces and in variable environments. The pins (10) can also be woven flush with the pliable material (24), marking the dot representing the highest score achieved by each player in an unfinished game, thus allowing for the storage of the device (6) and continuation of play at a later place and time.

A multi-player word linking board game apparatus configured to provide a turn style word-linking game wherein a winner is declared by not reaching a pre-determined final grid. The apparatus includes a foldable game board have a plurality of successively numbered grids and superimposed over a background containing a variety of associating words. The apparatus further enables each participating player to challenge another's word-link and if successful forfeit a turn play.

A multiplayer game includes a mobile playing environment defining a water reservoir and a path leading down into the reservoir, a reservoir filling container defining a volume configured to hold a quantity of water for a player to pour into the reservoir to increase a level of water within the reservoir and cause the water level to rise along the path, player tokens movable to and between various positions along the path, and a movement instructor manipulable by a player to generate an unselected movement instruction from a limited set of possible instructions including moving a token downward along the path and adding water to the reservoir.

The present invention discloses a system and accompanying method for directing the movement of an object on an interactive surface through a defined path. The system includes an object embedded with a unique identification code (UID), a movement module, and a distinct pattern of capacitive tabs near the surface of the object that makes contact with the interactive surface, an interactive surface configured to recognize the UID, location and orientation information of an object placed on the interactive surface, and a processor operatively linked to the interactive surface and configured to direct, track and correct the movement of the object along a defined path on the interactive surface by tracking the UID, location and orientation of the object continuously and throughout the movement. A centralized control mode is applied in the present invention, which makes the structure of the electronic hardware within the moving object substantially simplified, which leads to a decreased manufacturing cost, and, from an aesthetic point of view, the logic clearer and easily understood.

DIA-STAR is a star shaped game board that operates by playing in a clockwise position. All 6 players choose a star game piece, roll the dice and begin moving from the 12:00 position, proceeding towards the right direction. There are various board locations. Each location will direct you what to do. In Stoney Row section, you will collect the stones from the area you land in. To win you collect all 12 stones or collect $700. The loser reaches $300. In Tribal Parkway section, you will have to pull a DIA-STAR card and answer or follow instructions. Some of the cards require you to obtain information by Googling on the World Wide Web.

DIA-STAR provides educational information as you make stops along the way. It promotes social interaction, cognitive skills, expands knowledge in science & humanity and encourages further research and studies. Includes easy-to-read instructions.