Our Unique Method

Harness the power of storytelling.

Our unique method harnesses the power of storytelling. Instead of having to learn complex, boring rules by rote memorization, children discover game concepts alongside friendly, relatable characters.

Focus on a discrete educational outcome.

Every chapter of a Story Time Learning product focuses on a discrete educational outcome—usually a rule or game concept such as castling in chess—which is represented in narrative form by an illustrated story. We follow all the time-tested rules of storytelling: motivated characters experience conflict and in resolving those conflicts, learn and grow. That’s how our stories convey both valuable life lessons and critical game knowledge that kids can use on the board.

Make it fun.

Most importantly—it’s fun! Kids are naturally motivated to have fun and we lean into that instinct at every turn. Stories make these beneficial games something kids want to return to and they’ll be begging you to haul out chessboard or set up the backgammon pieces before you know it!