Jenga Stacking Game

Understanding the Jenga Stacking Game

Jenga is a game where players carefully remove wooden blocks from a tower and stack them on top, aiming to prevent the tower from collapsing. It's a simple yet strategic game.

The game comprises 54 rectangular wooden blocks stacked into a tall tower, playable by individuals or groups.

With each block removal, the tower becomes increasingly unstable, and if it collapses during your turn, you lose!

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How to Play Jenga

To set up, build an 18-storey tower using 3 blocks per storey, with alternating block orientations. A loading tray is often included for quick setup.

Players take turns removing a block using one hand and placing it on top. The game continues until the tower falls, and the player causing the collapse loses.

Educational Benefits of Jenga

• Enhances eye-hand coordination
• Teaches basic physics and balance
• Develops problem-solving skills
• Promotes patience, thoughtfulness, and care
• Encourages logic and reasoning

Rules of the Game

1. First player takes one block from any level (except below an incomplete top level)
2. Places the block on the top level to complete their turn
3. Only one hand can touch the tower
4. Players can tap to find a loose block, but replaced blocks must not destabilize the tower
5. Turn ends when the next player touches the tower or after 10 seconds
6. Game ends if the tower falls or a block falls (other than the player's chosen one)
7. The loser is the one causing the tower to fall

Jenga Costs and History

Standard Jenga prices range from £10 to £20. Ensure to read reviews before purchasing for accurate information.

Origin of the Game

Invented by Leslie Scott, a British game designer, Jenga was launched in 1983. The name comes from the Swahili word 'kujenga,' meaning 'to build.'

The V&A Museum of Childhood has showcased an original Jenga since 1982, and over 80 million games have been sold worldwide.

Variations and Versions

Several stacking games similar to Jenga exist, but for the authentic experience, choose Hasbro's Jenga. Various versions cater to different preferences, including giant outdoor Jenga.

Hasbro Gaming Jenga (Cost £14.79)

This is the most usual size for the game – dimensions are 4.4 x 15.9 x 20.3 cm.

Comes with 56 wooden blocks – a spare two if you happen to lose any under the sofa!

Classic Jenga from its marketer, Hasbro, ensuring good quality.

Many manufacturers make almost identical, well-constructed games.

The one we bought and demonstrated in the video was manufactured by Hasbro.

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Nene Toys Wooden Tumble Tower Game (Cost £14.99)

A colourful, animal-themed version, ideally suited for young children.

Comes with dice and cards for two variations of the classic game.

Roll the dice and whatever animal it lands on, you have to remove a block of the same animal.

Likewise, pick an animal card and remove a block with the same animal.

Takes away the thought process of which block to choose, but is a great introduction to the game for younger minds.

Jaques of London Tumble Tower Wooden Game (Cost £11.99)

A numbered version. Each block has a different number on its end.

Comes with 51 blocks and 4 dice.

Numbers help children learn recognition and sequencing.

Cotton bag to store the wooden blocks when not in use.

Made to a high quality finish, which is what you’d expect from Jaques’ products.

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