TTRPGkids episode 15 on Ludology podcast

TTRPGkids on Ludology Podcast, Episode 15: Breakdown of Inspirisles as an EDU TTRPG

TTRPGkids has a regular spot on Ludology Podcast, and in this part of the series, I’ll be talking about educational TTRPGs! Episdoe 15 breaks down how Inspirisles provides an EDU focused game with its mechanics and format to showcase elements that make an EDU TTRPG just that.
TTRPG classroom: In-game chemistry experiments for elementary school

Tabletop RPG Classroom: In-Game Chemistry Experiments for Elementary School Kids

Kicking off a new type of TTRPGkids article, check out below for tips on how to structure a tabletop RPG around chemistry class experiments to get kids, either at home or in school, engaged with some awesome science lessons!  This first article will cover how to structure a classroom game with an example experiment set and story for kids in elementary school.  Future articles will include examples for middle school and high school, so stay tuned too!
My kid wants to play D&D... now what?

My kid wants to play D&D – now what?

Your kid overhears your D&D game, sees it played in Stranger Things, or comes home all excited that their friend has told them about this awesome new game… and they ask you if they can play D&D too! 

Now what?  Whether you’re looking for a how to guide, D&D suggestions, D&D alternatives, or just some general advice on what to expect, check out here for a quick guide on where to start from the ENnie awarded TTRPGkids site and the author of “Making a Tabletop RPG for YOUR Particular Kid”!

Educational TTRPGs and/or XP? Call for proposals is open for SXSW EDU 2025 through July 21 + help from TTRPGkids!

Do you have an educational TTRPG that you think would help educators? Do you have experience using TTRPGs to teach or help students? Consider submitting your proposals to SXSW EDU 2025 to help others with your XP!

Review of Venture Society by 9th Level Games

Venture Society is a TTRPG designed for young players that teaches about empathy and social skills while on a fun non-violent adventure! I had the opportunity to GM the pre-release demo at Origins Game Fair with an awesome little adventurer and his family, and I got to speak with the game’s creators about their goals with the game. Here’s my take, and I hope you enjoy this preview!

TTRPGkids on Ludology Podcast, Episode 14: TTRPGs and SEL in the classroom

TTRPGkids has a regular spot on Ludology Podcast, and in this part of the series, I’ll be talking about educational TTRPGs! Episdoe 14 gets into how TTRPGs build SEL skills into the classroom, and you can check it out here along with some additional resources for after you listen!