Robust skill-building and reinforcement of key mathematical concepts lie beneath the excitement of these games.

Few families play traditional card games anymore and experts say some big benefits are being lost. WSJ's Sue Shellenbarger discusses. Photo: Greta Rybus for WSJ Looking for a way to help your children ...

The card game Spot It! has become one of the most popular family games in the country, but the secret to how the game works has its roots in the logic puzzles of 19th century mathematicians. Blue ...