Posted in Kings Highway Homeschool
We are so hooked on this game show that when I found a board game version at my local Big Lots I just couldn't pass it up. This board game came with its own little stand-up gameboard, money, dice, clickers and questions with answers but we have dumped the questions until AFTER the Bible Bee. Instead we are using the massive amount of Bible Knowledge category questions that the kids will need to know for the Bee (not to mention reviewing their Bible Memory verses). It has truly been an excellent way to review and learn these questions. I really am glad that this time I didn't skimp and do it myself because 1) the "bought" version saved me loads of time 2) the "bought" version will last longer and is easier to store than the poster board idea I had going & 3) we could start right away.
That's not to say that the homemade cardboard version would be bad because 1) it would have bigger letters so easier to read & 2) it would have saved me $10 bucks because index cards and envelopes cut in half for pockets, I already have around here. I may still make the homemade version but I definitely see the HUGE potential this will be in our school this coming year. I plan to use this on a weekly basis to review what was learned through the week. Everything from spelling, math, history to art appreciation can be questioned and reviewed. This is also a great tool for open book study where an answer is given and the first one to find the correct question wins (LOL that sounded backwards). Can you tell how excited I am? I may even have the kids come up with categories and questions of their own because played proper we will be learning or reviewing 61 facts or key points each game (being the game host I cheat a little and repeat some questions again just to see if they were listening). It was a blast! P.S. There are quite a few power point versions and templates online that you can use but 1) I need to learn how to use power point and 2) I think I spend enough time on the computer so it is nice to play a game somewhere away from my desk. Here are a few links to help you get started with your own versions (& save $10 bucks):
That's not to say that the homemade cardboard version would be bad because 1) it would have bigger letters so easier to read & 2) it would have saved me $10 bucks because index cards and envelopes cut in half for pockets, I already have around here. I may still make the homemade version but I definitely see the HUGE potential this will be in our school this coming year. I plan to use this on a weekly basis to review what was learned through the week. Everything from spelling, math, history to art appreciation can be questioned and reviewed. This is also a great tool for open book study where an answer is given and the first one to find the correct question wins (LOL that sounded backwards). Can you tell how excited I am? I may even have the kids come up with categories and questions of their own because played proper we will be learning or reviewing 61 facts or key points each game (being the game host I cheat a little and repeat some questions again just to see if they were listening). It was a blast! P.S. There are quite a few power point versions and templates online that you can use but 1) I need to learn how to use power point
How to make your own Jeopardy Board Game
http://boardgames.lovetoknow.com/How_to_Make_a_Jeopardy_Board_Game
Online Jeopardy Template - no power point lessons needed
http://jeopardylabs.com/
Bible Jeopardy
http://www.kidssundayschool.com/Gradeschool/Games/1game07.php
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