Beo
is a Gaelic word meaning "alive" or "living". It is also
a unique environmental, educational board game, an exciting and fun way to
learn more about the environmental issues facing the planet.
It was created
to help people understand the solutions to our planet's ecological problems,
and encourage us to act for a sustainable future.
The purpose of
the game is to show that cooperation and human values are essential to the
solution of both local and global issues. Hindi and Czech versions are being
created, and the game is currently being translated into Tibetan by the Department
of Education of the Central Tibetan Administration of His Holiness the Dalai
Lama.
Playing the Game
Players are required
to act together to keep the planet in a healthy state by solving environmental
and social challenges, provided on game cards. Games are based on a global
or regional map, and cover the full spectrum of water, air, soil, animal,
human, forest and emotional issues.
Dials on the
board reflect the state of health of the planet, and the aim of the game is
to maintain all dials in the healthy zone.
Cooperation Not Competiton
The teams race
against time, not against each other. Only creativity, fun and good communication
can help players keep the earth healthy.
Beo creates
opportunities for a new way of learning and interacting with each other, achieving
integrated environmental education alongside group and personal development
as participants discuss, co-operate and communicate in order to solve challenges.
Beo represents
a realistic, positive approach to environmental issues, challenging our existing
view of issues such as smog, floods, famine, and extinctions by offering solutions
to the challenges that face us today.
For All Age Groups
Beo can
be played at different levels of complexity which enables all age groups to
enjoy and benefit from playing the game.
We hope that
after playing the game you can identify some action, however small, which
will make a difference in your own area.
The Game Itself
Beo comes
complete with 2 boards, one of the world (below) and the other of Scotland.
(Alternative second boards for specific regions worldwide is planned for the
near future.)
Also included
are comprehensive instructions and a full glossary of terms.
There are a total
of 1000 cards, 800 of which are for the adult version and 200 for the children's
version, plus 7 wooden playing pieces.
Beo is
produced in the UK to the highest environmental standards.
Your decision
to purchase and play Beo will make a positive impact by supporting
the work of Living Water Charitable Trust.
Further Information
For further information, including ordering,
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