The world of card games is huge. For this reason, the games have been broken up into five different badge programs.
“Card Games V” explores card games that are played by individuals. This type of card game is known as solitaire or patience.
Steps
1. You.
Start your exploration of solitaire card games with listing those you’ve played and enjoyed. This will give you an idea of what kinds of solitaire you prefer to play.
2. List.
Check out the starting list that is included with this badge program. Keep this list with your list. Note those you’d like to try or play to refresh your memory.
3. Types.
Most types of solitaire are based on the main game it is, then broken down into a variation. Here are a few that you can start with so you can master the basic game before working on the variations.
- Forty Thieves
- Freecell
- Klondike
- Pyramid
- Spider
- Yukon
- Others
NOTE: You’ll find a game of solitaire may go by multiple names.
4. Online.
You can find many places online to find solitaire for free. There are hundreds of variations to choose from. Try at least two different sites online to see what you like the best.
5. Apps.
The number of solitaire apps seems endless as you scroll through the possibilities. Check out a few free versions. If you find any you enjoy, keep it!
6. Public domain.
You’ll find many books about playing solitaire, but you can also find them in the public domain for free. I’ve included two I found with this badge program for you to start your search. In addition, if you check the Internet Archive, you can check out books that are still under copyright from them just you would in a library.
7. Document.
As you find the card games / variations you like, create your own document with the rules so you can easily go back to your favorites. This also gives you a rulebook you can share with others.
8. Double.
You can play solitaire with double decks or two people. Explore ways to do both and experiment with these options.
9. Kids.
Teaching kids solitaire can be a challenge as you’ll want to usually do it one-on-one. As a quiet game, solitaire is great at keeping kids busy. Look through all the solitaire variations you might teach others. Pick the easiest one and try teaching it to kids. Encourage them to help each other, not just turn to you.
10. Club.
Starting a group or club with solitaire might seem a little silly. After all, the card game is designed to be played by individuals. However, you can turn this into a time to share your favorite variations or books that you use. What else might you do at a meeting with other solitaire enthusiasts?
Badge and Supplement Files
Member Level
- 0EP_B_BPG_CardG_V_2in_12up_MS1_larajla — generic badge printable
- 0EP_BADGE_CardG_V_MS1_larajla — PDF of the badge program
- 0EP_BLIST_CardG_V_MS1_larajla — badge items per membership level
- 0EP_BSET0_CardG_V_MS1_larajla —badge set and related badges
- 0EP_SUPP0_CardG_V_Journal_MS1_larajla — badge journal
- 0EP_SUPP0_CardG_V_Planner_MS1_larajla — badge planner
- 0EP_SUPPL_CardG_V_MS1_larajla — supplements currently available per membership level
Supplement Fun
- SUPP_Form Fun_Cards V_Solitaire_MS2_larajla — form to list the solitaire games you know
- SUPP_Found_Patience Game_1895_MS2_larajla — Patience: A Series of Games with Cards, Third Edition
- SUPP_Found_Solitaire and Patience_1920_MS2_larajla — Solitaire and Patience
- SUPP_List Fun_Cards V_Solitaire_MS2_larajla — starting list for a variety of solitaire games
Sites to Explore
- en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_patience_games
- www.thesprucecrafts.com/top-solitaire-card-games-412483
- www.bvssolitaire.com/solitaire-game-list.htm
- www.swoopsoftware.com/solitaire_rules/list_game.html
- bicyclecards.com/how-to-play/solitaire
- worldofsolitaire.com
- www.solitr.com
Get the infographic here > larajla blog post
Get the PDFs of the badge program / supplements here