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First Games for your Toddler
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items We are big game players at our house! As a retired teacher, I have seen the value in playing games with kids. They learn so many skills… not just academic. They're also learning to take turns, problem solve, manage their emotions, and so much more. Don't discount the value that games can have for you little ones!
This one is a great first game for little ones! They draw a card and complete a movement challenge. There's a beanbag banana that adds to the fun on some of the challenges. Lots of movement and laughter with this one! (AD)
Monkey Around Board Game
I love that this one works on so many preschool skills! Counting, colors, and shapes are all a part of this game. A fun one for kids ages 3+! (AD)
Peaceable Kingdom Snug as a Bug in a Rug
This is one that I'm planning to get me grandson for Christmas. I love that it's interactive and gets kids up and moving. And Bluey is always a hit! (AD)
Bluey Hide & Seek Game
This is one of our all time favorites at Tot's house. We got it for my grandson last Christmas and he still loves it and asks to play it. Great for building vocabulary, memory, and large motor skills! Don't sleep on this one! (AD)
Seek-a-Boo!™ Seek-and-Find Toddler Memory Game
Duck Duck Dance will get kids up and moving! For kids ages 2+, this one is another perfect choice as a first game. (AD)
Duck Duck Dance Peaceable Kingdom Toddler Game
This is another one that I want to get for my grandkids. It's a great game for working on attention and memory skills. (AD)
Peeking Puppy Memory Game
This game is a perfect way to practice colors and fine motor skills with your toddler! (AD)
Patch’s Pockets Color Matching Game for Toddlers
Peaceable Kingdom makes so many good games for little ones. This is another favorite for my grandson. It's working on fine motor skills, counting and they're having fun! (AD)
Peaceable Kingdom Acorn Soup
This classic game is still a favorite for preschoolers. Spin the spinner and then build your bug... So simple, but so much fun for littles! (AD)
Cootie - The Mixing and Matching Bug-Building Game
Memory Games are always a favorite for this age. Start small with just a few pairs and gradually get more difficult as they get better. (AD)
Animals Memory Match Game
For ages 4+, this is a little more difficult one. For younger kids, you can use the cards and name an item and then find it. Kinda like a seek and find, it really helps build those observation skills. (AD)
Asmodee Spot It! Bluey Card Game
Kids love those squishy dumplings! This is one of those games that can grow with them. For younger kids, choose a card and have them use the tweezers to count out that many dumplings. As they grow, they can start to work on equations and problem solv...
Dumpling Dash Fine Motor Math Game
This is another classic that's been around for a while. Kids love picking up the ducks and matching the symbols. Lots of laughter with this one! (AD)
Lucky Ducks Game
This one will be a hit with all the little farm lovers! Get all the animals in the barn before you roll all the raindrops. (AD)
Rainy Ranch - Cooperative Game for Toddlers
A simple Bingo game is always fun. This one only has 9 squares so it's perfect for toddlers to start out with. (AD)
Farm Bingo Game
Picture dominoes are a great first game for kids. There are many different versions out there, so find ones your kids will love. (AD)
Colorful Picture Dominoes