Research studies show that board games such as Snakes and Ladders result in children showing significant improvements in aspects of basic number skills such as counting, recognizing numbers, numerical estimation, and number comprehension. They also practice fine motor skills each time they grasp a game piece.
Studies have shown that playing board games such as Snakes and Ladders can help children develop their basic number skills, like counting, recognizing numbers, estimating numbers, and understanding numbers.  They also improve fine motor skills through the act of manipulating game pieces.