Learn, discover, and build your own food forest.
BOSK is a strategic board game for 11–12 year old pupils in which they learn how a food forest works in a playful way. By placing tiles representing different layers – such as roots, plants, shrubs, and trees – players build their own forest step by step.
Each turn, you draw tiles without knowing which ones you will get. By placing them smartly, a strong and diverse food forest is created. The game encourages strategic thinking and shows how different layers in nature work together.
The goal is to create a food forest that is as strong and varied as possible. The game ends when someone calls “BOSK” or when the board or tiles are full.
How does the game work?
Line-up
Each player blindly draws 7 tiles from the bag.
These tiles are strategically placed face down on their own game board (similar to Stratego).
Next, one player places 14 tiles in the bag, face down.
Game flow
Player 1 starts and draws 3 tiles from the bag without knowing which ones they are.
The player turns over the tiles and places them strategically on the board.
Players 2, 3, and 4 repeat these steps. After each round, the starting player moves one space forward.
So, in the next round, player 2 starts, then player 3, and so on.
End of the game
The game ends when one of the following situations occurs:
A player takes the tree token from the center and shouts “BOSK!”, because they think their food forest is optimal.
The bag of tiles is empty.
A player's game board is completely filled.
What do you learn?
The layered structure of a food forest
The importance of variety and cooperation in nature
Strategic thinking and planning
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Week 1 – Knowledge Introduction to food forests through a classroom presentation.
Weeks 2 & 3 – Activation Students visit a food forest and complete a worksheet to apply their knowledge. Additionally, they play the BOSK board game to actively experience the concept.
Week 4 – Participation Debriefing in the classroom and an information card for home, so that parents are also involved.
Frequently asked questions
What age is it for?
The game is specially designed for children aged 11 to 12.
How many players can participate?
You can play with 2 to 4 players at the same time, ideal for small groups.
Is it suitable for the classroom?
Yes, the game is perfect for use in the classroom and encourages collaboration and learning.
How long does a game last?
A game usually lasts between 20 and 30 minutes.
Is it easy to learn?
There is a learning curve, but after a few rounds you should get the hang of it.
What do you need to play?
You only need the game itself; no extra materials or preparation are required.