About Area of Effect - A TTRPG Show for Parents & Educators
Did you know that playing D&D can have just as many benefits for families and students as playing sports? Area of Effect is a show where we discuss how tabletop roleplaying games benefit the whole family. As former educators, Ryan and Allison interview experts like TTRPG game designers, educators, psychologists, and more as we give tips to help you bring the adventures to your own table.
Ep. 40: Introducing RPGs to Young Heroes (feat. Jeremy and Zac of SideQuest Adventures)
It can be hard to determine how to introduce RPGs to young heroes. How many rules are too much or too little? Will they be scared by the idea of battling monsters or will they rise up to the challenge? In this episode, Allison chats with Jeremy and Zac of SideQuest Adventures about their new Storyboard TTRPG which takes the guesswork out of introductory RPGs and offers a unique way to take your game on the go - wherever your young adventure might be headed!
Links to Great Things:
Learn About SideQuest Adventures
Oct-Nov 2026 Kickstarter
SideQuest Socials: Instagram @sidequstadventures.play
For The Kids Table Family Adventures: www.thekidstablednd.com
To Support Our Work: Patreon
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Thank you to our incredible Patreon supporters:
Monte
Ben C
Dawn P
Kimberly L
Sarah M
Travis L
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30 Sept 2026
Ep. 39: Igniting Imagination with Science and D&D (feat. Phil of Legend Lunchbox & Science Max)
What do TTRPGs and Science have in common? They both ignite the imagination! In this episode, Allison chats with Phil McCordic of Legend Lunchbox and Science Max about how a spirit of scientific curiosity can be nurtured when kids play TTRPGs and why exercising the imagination is so important for both kids and grownups alike.
Links to Great Things:
Learn About Legend Lunchbox
Reach Out to Phil
Follow @LegendLunchbox on Podcast, YouTube, Instagram, & Facebook
For The Kids Table Family Adventures: www.thekidstablednd.com
To Support Our Work: Patreon
Follow Us: YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook
Thank you to our incredible Patreon supporters:
Ben C
Dawn P
Kimberly L
Sarah M
Travis L
#dungeonmaster #dmtips #screentime
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16 Sept 2026
Ep. 38: Kids, Screen Time, & Online TTRPGs (feat. Young Dragon Slayers)
Is all screentime created equal? In this episode, Allison interviews Katie Lear, children’s psychologist and founder of Young Dragon Slayers, about her online TTPRG community for kids. We’ll talk about why online TTRPGs may be a positive choice for some families and how to choose the right one for your particular kid.
Links to Great Things:
Learn About Young Dragon Slayers
Reach Out to Katie
Follow @youngdragonslayers on Instagram, Facebook, & YouTube
For The Kids Table Family Adventures: www.thekidstablednd.com
To Support Our Work: Patreon
Follow Us: YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook
Thank you to our incredible Patreon supporters:
Ben C
Dawn P
Kimberly L
Sarah M
Travis L
#dungeonmaster #dmtips #screentime
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