Review of DnDoggos, a graphic novel about dogs playing D&D!
DnDoggos is a graphic novel that follows four canines on their adventures learning and playing D&D! With both in-game and…
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Review of Penelope Half-Pint Makes a Friend
Penelope Half-Pint Makes a Friend is a children’s picture and storybook about Penelope Half-Pint, a character who you may recognize from the Heroes of the Vale D&D show and from the Idle Champions game! It’s written by Penelope’s creator and actor, Hope LeVelle, and it comes with a great message about meeting others with an open heart.
Incredible TTRPGs about libraries!
Check out here for some awesome TTRPGs that take place in a library (or heavily involve them in the story)!
TTRPG and D&D themed chapter books and graphic novels for tweens and teens
Looking for some interesting books to help get your tweens and teens into reading? Check out this list that’s all about chapter books and graphic novels (not game books) that feature RPG themes to tie into their other interests!
Review of The Library Game, an adventure for learning about libraries!
The Library Game by Open Story Games is a TTRPG/LARP where players learn about library organization while acting as researchers trying to prepare for a catastrophe that’s about to befall the building! Collect magical words for creating your solution before time runs out!
TTRPG and D&D themed storybooks for your young adventurer
Want to get your young kids into reading and introduce some TTRPG themes to them at the same time? Check out this list that’s all about storybooks (not game books) that feature RPG themes and let kids gain some reading XP!
Tips and Tricks: Using TTRPGs to get kids reading!
TTRPGs are a great way to get kids reading by giving them something FUN to check out and enjoy… while also happening to involve reading… and there’s a lot of ways to help that process along! I cover how to make reading within the game accessible, why TTRPGs help with developing an interest in reading, and how to get players to continue reading after the game!
Review of Kittens & Dragons a CYOA and search-and-find game for kids!
Kittens & Dragons from Van Ryder Games is a graphic novel choose-your-own-adventure (CYOA) style story that uses search-and-find mechanics instead of dice! It’s great for running solo or with your kids for a good read, a fun game, and a wonderful adventure!
Review for Cozy Companion vol 3: All Things Nautical
Cozy Companion is a magazine from Snowbright Studio that includes TTRPG adventures, project features, and activities for all ages (kids and adults can both enjoy) that all revolve around a particular theme for each issue! This review is for Cozy Companion volume 3: All Things Nautical!
Review of Tabletop Role-Playing Therapy: A Guide for the Clinician Game Master
Tabletop Role-Playing Therapy by Dr. Megan Connell is a guide for clinicians looking to use TTRPGs with their clients. As a layperson, this was also an amazing exploration into why our regular, non-guided sessions and campaigns can feel therapeutic, and it has deepened my perspective on what TTRPGs can be – I hope you find it as engaging as I have!