Games for Everybody

"Games for Everybody" by Mary Christiana Hofmann is a guide to various games perfect for parties and social gatherings, especially from the early 1900s. The book is full of different games for both kids and adults, aiming to spice up any event with easy and fun activities that don't need much planning and use things found around the house. Beginning with an introduction, the author highlights how important fun games are for making social events more exciting. Hofmann previews what’s inside, sorting games by age group and events. The first group of games, which are for kids include fun things like "Animal Show" and "Chase The Rabbit," that guide hosts through how to set up and play, with the goal of helping kids connect and have fun together. Right from the start, the tone is cheerful, inviting the reader to discover lots of ways to make gatherings more fun.