Ancient Games Dice: The Oldest Board Game in the World | Educational Podcast for Families

Discover the world's oldest board game, Senet, from ancient Egypt! Learn why humans invented games with dice and rules. Fun for kids, educational, homeschool STEM.Did you know that humans have been playing games for thousands of years? The very first board game we know about is called Senet, and it was played in ancient Egypt over 5,000 years ago! Imagine playing a game that even pharaohs and queens might have enjoyed. We'll explore how games like Senet, the Royal Game of Ur, and Mancala traveled across continents and why people everywhere love to roll dice and follow rules. Games bring us together, help us learn, and add a little surprise and fun to our lives!What we cover in this episode:What's the oldest game ever?Games from ancient Egypt and IraqHow games traveled the worldWhy we love to play gamesThe magic of dice and rulesGames that teach and connect usPerfect for: STEM learning, homeschooling, road trips, and curious kids ages 4–12. Hit Follow! Don't miss an episode of Discovery Rangers on Spotify and please leave us a rating!