Roots

A game about growth, cooperation, and problem-solving. for ages 6 - 8

🏡 About the Game

ROOTS is a 3-player cooperative board game where players work together to help a tree grow by arranging its roots in the correct order. The game encourages teamwork, strategic thinking, and non-verbal communication. The game was designed for ages 6 to 8 to teach about nature and environmentalism

🎲 How to Play

• Each player starts with 4 cards and takes turns using them to move the tree's roots.
• Cards have numbers (1-4) and colors, determining which roots can be moved.
• If a card is white, any root can be moved!
• All roots must be moved clockwise only.
• Players can offer their cards to others to help out—because caring is key!
• The goal is to arrange the roots in the correct order before running out of cards.

🌳 Why Play ROOTS?

✔ Encourages teamwork & communication
✔ Easy-to-learn rules but with strategic depth
✔ Nature-inspired theme that puts players at ease
✔ Quick & engaging – a full game lasts around 20 minutes

🔍 Playtesting Insights

• Players felt more connected through non-verbal problem-solving.
• The nature theme made it comfortable for all types of players.
• The simple rules make it accessible, but the strategy keeps it engaging.

Credits

• Guido Salustri
• Madi
• Daniel Karlberg

Can you and your friends help the tree grow?

 Download the files here and print and play yourself!🌿

Roots Cards
Roots Board