This game demands balance, nerve and calculated risk-taking. Assemble the 3-D frame playing board then take turns trying to balance the 12playing sticks within the frame without causing a crash. The die tells you how many points you have to balance your stick on. Be the first person to get rid of your sticks to win the game. It’s a creative challenge that pits players against each other as well as their own building abilities.

Why we like it: Steady…. Careful… Got it! The instructions are simple, but the task can be tricky! Pick a card to see how you need to balance your stick on this precarious tower. Staxis keeps the whole family on the edge of their seats at every turn. Taking risks may be your winning move or your biggest downfall!

Ages 6 and up
tweens and teens
for the entire family
$29.95
www.mindware.com.