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"All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. It's always very entertaining watching kittens wrestle and pounce. Although this rough-handling looks like all fun and games, these little rascals are learning something very important. The game is developing critical skills that will turn them into proficient future hunters. In the same way, games have had a prominent role in our family. We all enjoy the thrill of a strategic board game, such as " Settlers of Catan ". The combination of using critical thinking skills, intense social interaction, and strategic forethought is deeply engaging. And it's no surprise that these skills have proven to be directly transferable for success in a variety of educational contexts and business accomplishments. Recognizing these principles, I was thrilled to read the new book by the folks at Xplane.  This resource, titled " Gamestorming: A Playbook for Innovators, Rulebreakers, and Changemakers " is a comprehensive