In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 142 Donald and Chris talk about their experiences crafting and running adventures set in the world they created using Microscope . Chris Bell running a playtest session The Tales of the Compass Rose are a series of 8 Dungeon World scenarios set in the town of Cadastral. The focus of the campaign is the Compass Rose - an artifact that keeps demons from invading this reality and devouring the essence of the dead god who’s body is the foundation of the worl...
Jan 31, 2020
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 141 Donald and Chris review some escape room games they played at the library. They also talk about our Moonrise escape room. Note - Keep an eye on the GSL blog for upcoming information and file links for our the Moonrise Escape Room. Games Covered Murder at the Paisley's Escape Room In A Box: Flashback Deckscape: The Mystery of Eldorado Unlock! Heroic Adventures MacGyver: The Escape Room Game Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association wit...
Dec 05, 2019
In Games in Schools and Libraries, episode 23, Giles and Don discuss word games. Or rather, games to do with spelling, word association, sentence building, and generally playing with language. This episode was originally hosted by the Games for Educators Website. After listening to this episode go check them out. http://g4ed.com/ Games in Schools and Libraries is produced by Inverse Genius in association with Georgetown County Library System . Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game G...
Nov 05, 2019
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 140 Kathleen is joined by Game To Grow’s founders Adam Davis and Adam Johns about their years of experience in couple and family therapy, drama therapy, and education to develop a unique intervention method which promotes social growth among youth in a fun, safe environment. Game to Grow's weekly therapeutic social skills groups help young people become more confident, creative, and socially capable using tabletop games, most notably Dungeons and Dragons...
Oct 30, 2019
In Games in Schools and Libraries #139 Donald is joined by Jim Zub, lead designer of the Dungeons & Dragons Young Adventurer’s Guides Series, and why it would be suitable for schools and libraries supporting D&D activities. Jim Zub Author of the D&D Comics and project head for the Young Adventurer's Guides http://www.jimzub.com @JimZub Young Adventurer's Guides Also recommended by Jim Zub (But not by Jim) Dungeons & Dragons Essentials Kit Games in Schools and Libraries is produce...
Oct 23, 2019
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 138 Kathleen Mercury is joined by Dustin Staats of Board Gaming with Education. In this crossover episode the hosts of both shows talk a bit about their experiences with classroom oriented gaming. FYI - versions of this show will appear in each feed. Dustin Staats Board Gaming with Education Website https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/podcast/ Twitter @bge_games Email podcast@boardgamingwitheducation.com Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in...
Oct 16, 2019
In Games in Schools and Libraries 137 Donald Dennis and Chris Bell talk about their maker space development and then discuss what video game services they use in the library, some free games options, and how to get the most bang for your buck. Foam spray primer they mentioned for cosplay was Plasti-Dip. PC Games Epic Games Free Games Weekly, changeover on Thursday Store of games for purchase STEAM Free and paid games, searchable by price Subscription game services XBOX XBOX Gold 2-4 free games e...
Oct 09, 2019
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 136 Kathleen is joined by Scott Kelly of BS Games to talk about using games to teach history. Scott Kelly Website: https://bsgames.ca/ Instagram: bsgamesca Twitter: @BSGamesCA Facebook: bsgamesca Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System . Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game Geek Kathleen's resources https://www.kathleenmercury.com/ Email us: schoolsandlibraries@g...
Oct 04, 2019
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 22 Giles and Don talk about building a game collection, as well as some of our experiences with buying games. Topics covered include collection development policies, building breadth and depth in a collection, collecting with a purpose, factors that help define what to get, dealing with wear and tear, the Jones theory, keeping track of popular games, donations, community and government grants, raising money, using your own collection, finding specials an...
Sep 27, 2019
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 135 Chris Bell and Donald Dennis review games they’ve played in the Teen Room. Games Reviewed Quacks of Quedlinburg Good Critters Kodama Unlock - Expedition Challenger Roll for the Galaxy Cockroach Poker Roll Player Call to Adventure Getaway Driver One Week Ultimate Werewolf Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System . Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game Geek Kathl...
Sep 12, 2019
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 134 Kathleen Mercury is joined by Luke Laurie, Designer of Manhattan Project: Energy Empire and Dwellings of Eldervale to talk about using gamification techniques for classroom management and engagement, a little thing called being an Einstein Fellow, and student success. Luke Laurie @LukeLaurieGames Einstein Fellowship Games Dwellings of Eldervale Stones of Fate Replicant The Manhattan Project Energy Empire...
Sep 04, 2019
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 21 Giles and Don discuss Game Etiquette, from problems faced to some of the solutions that have worked, as well as the niceties of play. Topics include rules disputes, social conflict resolution, being a good sport, the responsibilities of players and above all respect. This episode was originally hosted by the Games for Educators Website. After listening to this episode go check them out. http://g4ed.com/ Games in Schools and Libraries is produced by In...
Aug 21, 2019
Games in Schools and Libraries episode 133 takes us back to ALA 2019 Summer Annual. Donald talks with Hal Mangold from Green Ronin Games, and then Stephanie joins him to talk about the Warhammer Alliance. Hal Mangold and Donald Dennis Green Ronin Publishing (00:00:55) Hal Mangold @AtomicOvermind Hobby Games 100 Best Family Games 100 best Mutants and Masterminds Blue Rose ShadowTide Citadel Hieght of the Storm Dragon Age The Expanse Lazerous Games Workshop (00:04:30) Travis Hazlewood, James Bell,...
Aug 13, 2019
In this ALA 2019 edition of Games in Schools and Libraries Tiffany Caires of HABA USA joins us to talk about HABA in schools and libraries! Tiffany Caires @TheOneTAR @HABA_usa https://www.habausa.com/ Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System . Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game Geek Kathleen's resources https://www.kathleenmercury.com/ Email us: schoolsandlibraries@gmail.com The ideas expressed by libra...
Aug 06, 2019
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 131 Donald and Kathleen are joined by Sen-Foong Lim to talk about the impact of games on teens. Sen-Foong Lim @SenFoongLim https://www.rolltoplaynetwork.com/ https://www.rolltoplaynetwork.com/ Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System . Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game Geek Kathleen's resources https://www.kathleenmercury.com/ Email us: schoolsandlibraries@gmai...
Aug 01, 2019
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 130 Donald and Stephanie talk about their experience at the ALA 2019 Summer annual. Things they talked about Think Fun Cat Crimes Balance Beans Invasion of the Cow Snatchers Games Workshop Paint and Take Fireside Games My First Castle Panic Here, Kitty, Kitty! Green Ronin Blue Rose, Hobby Games 100 Best Family Games 100 Best Graphic Novels Artist Alley Maker Area Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the George...
Jul 16, 2019
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 20 Giles and Don discuss games and math. How games can be used to support learning in math classes, whether as quick tasks to build fluency or as a vehicle to introduce a concept and more. This episode was originally hosted by the Games for Educators Website. After listening to this episode go check them out. http://g4ed.com/ Games in Schools and Libraries is produced by Inverse Genius in association with Georgetown County Library System . Games in Schoo...
Jul 12, 2019
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 129 Brian Mayer, Genesee Valley BOCES Library Technology Specialist, shares a bit about all of the interesting Games and Gaming activities you can experience at the 2019 ALA Summer Annual in DC. Learn about the Gaming Grove, the Gaming Lounge, ALA Play, and relevant Games and Gaming Roundtable meetings. ALA Games and Gaming Roundtable Events ALA Play GameRT IGW Committee Meeting GameRT President's Program Games and Gaming Round Table (GAMERT) Board Meeti...
Jun 11, 2019
In Games in Schools and Libraries 128 Donald and Chris review games that were donated for ShushCon 2019. Donald will be at ALA Summer Annual in DC. Let us know via email or social media if you’ll be there and would like to either play a game or record a segment for the show. Games Covered Fate/Fate Accelerated 3 Cheers for Master Cursed Court Renfair Gloom in Space Koi Nevermore Merchants of Araby Between two Castles of Mad King Ludwig 10 Minute Heist Games in Schools and Libraries is produced i...
Jun 04, 2019
Cameron Hays taught his students what RPGs are, and they loved them so much, they began to make their own in a completely self-driven way. From creating their own Google Classroom to assign each other responsibilities to playing and playtesting, hear how Cameron's students are creating an RPG that represents the best of how we can use games in the classroom to increase student engagement and generate authentic results. https://www.gencon.com/attend/trade Cameron.Hays@du.alumni.edu GenCon Trade D...
May 29, 2019
Space Games! In Games in Schools and Libraries 126 Donald and Chris get extra spacey as they talk about games they have brought into the library to support 2019 Summer Reading and the Moonrise Grant. More Space Games. Space is big! Space Games Space Base Gloom in Space Terraforming Mars Rover Control Gravwell Silent Death / Arclight Roll for the Galaxy Survive Space Attack Exodus Fleet Star Trek Catan Cosmic Encounter Savage Worlds - The Last Parsec RPG Starfinder RPG Traveller RPG Fate/Fate Acc...
May 22, 2019
In Games in Schools and Libraries #18 Giles and Don discuss games and geography, from maps and keys to geopolitics and topography. This episode was originally hosted by the Games for Educators Website. After listening to this episode go check them out. http://g4ed.com/ Games in Schools and Libraries is produced by Inverse Genius in association with Georgetown County Library System . Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game Geek Email us: schoolsandlibraries@gmail.com...
May 14, 2019
In Games in Schools and Libraries #125 Catherine Croft joins Kathleen Mercury to talk about designing games to help teach science concepts, and how other teachers can design games for their own classrooms. Catherine Croft, PhD, Catherine was neuroscience researcher before she began teaching high school science and designing games. Catherine’s fun, classroom-friendly games, are available through her company, Catlilli Games . http://catlilli.com/about-us/our-team/ Games in Schools and Libraries is...
Apr 30, 2019
In Games in Schools and Libraries Giles and Don discuss the care of games. From looking after video games and electronic devices, to bags, tape and elastic bands for board games, as well as the routines that can help maintain good quality and extend the life of a games collection. This episode was originally hosted by the Games for Educators Website. After listening to this episode go check them out. http://g4ed.com/ Games in Schools and Libraries is produced by Inverse Genius in association wit...
Apr 23, 2019
Marc Specter of the Grand Gamers Guild joins Donald Dennis to talk about Endangered , a project now on Kickstarter. Endangered is a game of survival by Joe Hopkins where players work together to save earth's endangered species. Schools and Libraries are both eligible for the Endangered Activist tier, allowing your institutions to get a great deal on this beautiful game. Grand Gamers Guild Web Site: https://grandgamersguild.com/ Twitter @GrndGmrsGld Facebook: Grand Gamers Guild Kickstarter: Endan...
Apr 16, 2019
John Coveyou of Genius Games joins Kathleen Mercury to talk about his games, how he designs them, and how teachers and libraries can use them in the classroom. This episode is posted a few days early so you have the chance to check out the Nerd Words Kickstarter campaign before it has ended. John Coveyou, former science teacher at the middle, high, and collegiate levels, formed Genius Games to bring scientifically accurate and fun games to the classroom. @JohnCoveyou https://www.geniusgames.org/...
Apr 08, 2019
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 122, Donald and Chris talk about their ShushCon experience; what when right and what they hope to improve on next year. Story Games Workshop Check out the Slides Companies that supported the Workshop Smirk and Laughter - Before there were Stars Hub Games - Untold Adventures Await Atlas Games - Once Upon A Time Brotherwise Games - Call to Adventure Pharaoh’s Challenge MAZES The RPG of Dice, Danger, and Dungeons via Kickstarter Swarmcast Podcast Games in S...
Apr 04, 2019
Kathleen talks to Jay Cormier, a prolific game designer who teaches analog game design as part of a video game design program, and how to teach a lot of big ideas in a short amount of time. Jay Cormier @bamboozlebros failfaster.ca bamboozlebrothers.com https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/burntislandgames/in-the-hall-of-the-mountain-king https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/828934174/fail-faster-the-playtesting-journal Exact Instructions Challenge https://youtu.be/cDA3_5982h8 A Case for Board ...
Mar 15, 2019
In this rebroadcast of Games in Schools and Libraries episode 16 Giles and Don discuss games and art. Games that can be used to stimulate discussion on art, games that use art to evoke a theme, and games that involve the players creating art. Games Discussed Dixit Middle Earth The Collectible Card Game CCGs Civilization Pastiche Fresco Sienna The Road to Canterbury Telestrations Pictionary Draw Something Cluzzle Monster Squash Clay-o-rama This episode was originally hosted by the Games for Educa...
Feb 27, 2019
In episode 120 of Games in Schools and Libraries Kathleen talks to Lt. Colonel James "Pigeon" Fielder about his design and use of wargames at the US Air Force from classroom exercises to massive military simulations. Lt Col James “Pigeon” Fielder, Ph.D. USAF Associate Professor of Political Science at the U.S. Air Force Academy and an active duty U.S. Air Force officer. https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdfielder/ https://jdfielder.com/ @j_d_fielder http://shushcon.com Games in Schools and Libraries i...
Feb 20, 2019
