During our reading buddy time for the last couple of weeks children worked on making game boards with their partners.  They began by planning and designing using a rough sketch of ideas.  These ideas were then transferred to larger paper.  Many chose to use their nature name animals as a theme.  While the games all involve moving players from a starting point to a finish, they are all very creative and unique.   Once the boards were complete kindergarteners had a chance to play the games with their partners and also spent time playing with classmates.  This was a fun alternative to our usual reading routine.