If you've ever played Chutes and Ladders (also known as Snakes and Ladders), you probably remember the fun of climbing the ladder and the frustration/disappointment of sliding down the chute. It might seem like a simple game of chance, but it offers more than just family fun. This classic children's game provides a rich, developmentally supportive experience, especially when it comes to two crucial areas of child development: emotional regulation and executive function skill