We enjoyed testing The “New” Touch game, by Anthony Innovations, especially since it appeals to audiences of all ages. It has some lofty objectives and achieves them well, which is why it’s earned many awards. The game includes 49 three-dimensional pieces to be placed into a dome-like container with a covered door that enables you to reach in with your hand, touch, and identify the pieces. The container has a window where other players can view your progress. 20 theme playing cards have photographed images of the pieces (2 or 3 per card) and are placed facedown around the round container. A spinner on the top of the container is spun and points to the card with the pieces that need to be found and identified inside of the container (by touching and not looking). There is also a timer to make play more fast-paced and challenging. We recommend (as does the manufacturer) starting off using half of the pieces and corresponding cards (at most), and not using the timer, until you get used to the game and until skills begin to develop. The Touch enables players ages 5 and up (including adults) to play together and be equally challenged. Its primary goal is to test sensory perception and memory skills, while also helping to develop fine motor and visualization skills. “Fun facts” (written for a general audience) are included about each of the educational pieces. Because The Touch is so good at exercising the brain and encouraging the development of these skills, even teachers and therapists use it with students and patients. Our youngest child-testers (who should be supervised) enjoyed playing with the pieces independent of the game, and even felt compelled to coach their fellow players by watching through the window and encouraging them with “you’re close,” or “you’re getting warmer,” etc. If this helps them to stay interested in and enjoy the game while they begin to develop these skills, then why not? The Touch is a challenging game for grandchildren as well as parents and grandparents! The more it is played the more rewarding and fun it becomes. Expansion packs can be purchased and replacement pieces are available by contacting the company.