# Educational Menstrual Cycle Games This Board Game Shifts Tween Perspectives on Periods By Mishal Omar | Published 2016-09-14 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/menstrual-cycle-game References: [refinery29](http://www.refinery29.com/2016/09/123105/period-board-game) & [periodgame](http://www.periodgame.com/) There are many misconceptions surrounding women and girls' periods and this menstrual cycle game aims to educate people on the real facts of this natural occurrence. Called 'The Period Game,' the board game was created by two design students who wanted to shift the perspective from which periods are often viewed and taught to children and young teenagers in school. The board game makes the process of learning about this cycle more interactive and prevents the spread of misinformation on this subject. It works by using illustrations of period-related objects and body parts to educate players. This menstrual cycle game works to break the barrier in schools and homes regarding a subject that is extremely important to discuss, but that is sometimes done so in a way that spreads misconceptions or evokes discomfort. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Interactive Education:** The Period Game demonstrates the potential for interactive games to educate and engage players on important topics. - **Personal Health Education:** This menstrual cycle game highlights the opportunity for innovative approaches to teaching personal health and hygiene. - **Dispelling Misconceptions:** The game's emphasis on accurate information about periods suggests a trend towards challenging misconceptions and promoting openness in education. ### Who This Affects Most - **Educational Games:** The game industry has the opportunity to create more educational games like The Period Game that promote learning through play. - **Health Education:** The health education industry can explore innovative methods, such as interactive games, to effectively educate young people about personal health topics. - **Edtech:** EdTech companies can develop digital versions of educational games like The Period Game to reach a wider audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Destigmatizing Period Comical Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/first-period-kit-2.md) - [Kid-Friendly Menstruation Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-about-menstruation.md) - [Vibrant Unwinnable Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/no-worries-if-not.md) - [Humorous Period Care Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/period-underwear-1.md) - [Oral Health Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oral-health-board-game.md) - [Menstrual Leave Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/menstrual-hygiene-day.md) - [Period Sex Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lets-have-period-sex.md) - [Nighttime Menstruation Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/periodsomnia.md) - [Perimenopause Preparation Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-invisible-period.md)