Onsite - Learn & Explore: Asian Representation in Tabletop Games

Tuesday, May 13, 2025.

Games! People have been inventing and playing them forever. Stories play an important role in many games and serve as valuable teaching tools. From fostering creativity and communication skills to building social connections, games and stories offer a fun way to begin and sustain the learning process. Game designers draw on their own experiences and the diverse histories from around the world to create these captivating stories. A big question we will discuss with our guest, Daniel Kwan, is the responsibility of telling these stories and the power they share. Get ready for an interactive program not to be missed!

Daniel is a Canadian podcaster, game designer, and cultural consultant. He is the recipient of 5 Gold and 4 Silver ENnie Awards for his work in the tabletop gaming industry.

Learning goals

• Games are fun but also useful ways to learn about living in society.
• Stories are powerful vehicles for teaching and making games engaging.
• Representation of various groups of people is important in gaming.

Curriculum links

• Grade 3 – Language – Transferable Skills, Comprehension
• Grade 4 – Language – Transferable Skills, Comprehension
• Grade 5 – Language – Transferable Skills, Comprehension

Program content and availability subject to change.

Booking Information

• Advance booking is required.
• President's Choice School Entrance hours - Tuesdays to Fridays – 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• Museum Hours – 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
• Bookings are for Ontario-based groups only.  Groups may include schools, educational groups, daycares, and camps with children/youth aged 18 or younger.
• NEW! In keeping with standard practices at major attractions, ROM has implemented metal detectors and mandatory bag checks at all entrances to the Museum. To ensure quick entry, we recommend that visitors bring a minimum of belongings for their visit. More information on prohibited items can be found here.
• Booking includes access to all permanent displays.
• Review the ROM’s Visitor Guide for the latest gallery information and closures.
• All groups of children and youth must be accompanied by their teachers/adult chaperones at all times.