Alphabet Runner combines four game in one - a word, memory, board and card game - and a mix of skill and luck helps children with literacy and numeracy. The game helps children build and memorize three, four and five words and reinforces spelling, turn-taking and concentration.Alphabet Runner promotes these skills: Social interaction, Communication skills, Speaking and listening, Small movements, Hand-eye co-ordination, Literacy skills, Mathematical thinking, Problem solving.Alphabet Runner has received several accolades, including The Good Toy Award 2006. - BoardGameGeek