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Useful board games 3 4 years.

Last year I made a post-selection of board games for children 3-5 years old. No pictures, just a fairly large list with links to different games that may be suitable for this age. Since I reworked my posts with constructors, I decided to do the same with board games - after all, information is perceived much better with pictures. In addition, this summer I had an absolutely amazing experience with board games - in the summer at the dacha with the children of different ages we outplayed great amount various tabletops. Some games were our home games, some were just rented to us to play. In general, I once wrote about the games that we have (children’s, adults and company games simple rules), about those that have appeared since then, I will somehow write a separate large post.
And now just the list. Moreover, I finally decided to split the old post and make two new ones J Previously, in one post there were games for 3-5 years old, now I understand that there is a HUGE range of ages for games, too, so this review will be completely for little ones - 3-4 (and you can start playing some games a little earlier) and 4-5. After 5 years, almost all board games may be suitable, just simplify and adapt the rules a little. Many of the games in this post are suitable for older children, but the purpose of the selection was precisely to create a list of games that you can start playing with very young children

Excellent sorting by age - http://community.livejournal.com/1001igra/18153.html

And sooo much of Yulia Lugovskaya (by tag) -
But again - mainly for older children and adults.
And here are her games for 3-4 year olds - http://julug.livejournal.com/176068.html#cutid1 But it seems to me that these games are still for 5 years old. Although, all children are different.....

Memory type (personally, I don’t really like this type)

And the piglets can stand on top of each other and it turns out like a pig pyramid

3. And very similar, but cheaper

4. Interesting and beautiful kind of walker, but not quite Kittens in pajamas

5. Walker for the little ones. The manufacturer indicates that from 2 years
small path

Fishing can also be classified as a board game. There are the usual “classic fishing trips”. And there is where fish (or an option for very small ones - ladybugs) are located on a circle that either spins or vibrates. The fish close and open their mouths. We need to catch them. The game is not that simple. An adult will not always catch them quickly

Magic bag - good game for the little ones. Eat different variants execution
Such

More about the two previous games can be read

And similar find the gnome

There is a set of 6 games for the little ones - http://www.mosigra.ru/Face/Show/nabor_6_igr_dly_malenkih/

All together a great game, no losers. everyone plays against the field. Suitable for little ones - you can play from the age of two

Ladybug
original counting game

Spotted blenny
counting game

Board games are a worthy alternative to modern gadgets. Contrary to misconception, they not only have an entertaining purpose, but depending on the variety, they can also include educational and educational elements. Unlike the Internet and television, where in most cases the child passively receives information and risks becoming addicted, Board games They offer useful leisure time both alone and in the company of friends or family. There are a lot of options on sale, so we suggest you familiarize yourself with the rating of the best board games for children of different age categories.

The best board games for children 2-3 years old

Children aged 2-3 years begin to actively explore everything around them. Everything is new to them - animals, numbers, shapes, etc. The board games presented in this category will help parents make their children’s acquaintance with the world around them exciting and informative.

4 Icoy toys Adventures of the ball

A fun skill game
Country: China
Average price: 1490 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.6

A fairly simple, but at the same time exciting game that children over two years old will enjoy. You can play alone or in the company of friends, and make the task more difficult by setting a timer. The essence of the game is to control the ball using levers, moving it through the maze on the playing field. The winner is the one who completed the task faster without ever dropping the ball from the playing field.

In addition to having fun, this game develops fine motor skills, agility, accuracy, coordination of movements. Parents speak very well of it; they consider its main advantage to be that children do not get bored with it - they are ready to play it every day for several hours in a row. There are also no complaints about the quality of the game - the plastic is durable, small parts do not break even with daily use.

3 Chicken Run

The most fun game
Country Russia
Average price: 959 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.7

"Chicken Run" is a funny and simple game for children aged 3 years and older. The game is aimed at developing fine motor skills and concentration. During the game, the child learns to coordinate complex chains of actions and has a fun time. The chicken coop suddenly jumps, after which 36 chickens of different colors try to escape. Children squeal in surprise, laugh and again and again send chickens to the chicken coop to see how they will jump out - users share in reviews.

The game involves from 2 to 4 people, the game takes on average 5-10 minutes. All chickens are divided between the players, after which each participant chooses three chickens and places them near the cube. Next, you need to click on the chicken coop so that it begins to slowly prepare to jump. At this time, players take turns throwing dice with different colored faces. If the color drawn matches the color of the chickens on display, they are sent to the chicken coop, and others are chosen to take their place. When the coop bounces, the chickens in it will fly away. Your goal is to catch those running away. The winner is the player who was able to help all his chickens escape by throwing them into the chicken coop.

2 Dobble

Developmental. Find commonality
Country Russia
Average price: 1,190 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.8

The board game Dobble “Numbers and Shapes” is intended for children aged 3 years and older. This is educational card game, which is suitable for friendly and family confrontation. This variety is an adapted children's version legendary game Dobble, which has become so popular among users. The peculiarity lies in the combination of entertaining and educational orientation. During the game, kids will learn to distinguish geometric figures, numbers and colors.

The game usually takes no more than 10 minutes. The game can involve either one player or five opponents. The round cards of the game depict figures and numbers of different colors. And each of the cards always has only one common feature: a number or geometric figure of the same color. The player's task is to find this similarity as quickly as possible.

How to choose a board game for a child?

How to choose a board game - we turned to child psychologists with this question. Here's what experts advise you to pay attention to:

Age. All board games are marked on the packaging and/or instructions about age group for which they are intended. Psychologists recommend not to lose sight of this aspect, however, do not forget about the appropriateness of the child’s age to his development, so that the chosen game is truly relevant.
Variety. Intellectual games include games of a strategic and logical nature - “Carcassonne”, “Cluedo”, “Ticke to ride”, etc. In this case, the victory is won by the player who managed to calculate the next moves and surpassed the opponent. In board games of the gambling type, the outcome depends largely on luck - “Turtle Races”, “Uno”, etc. In games that test physical abilities, the victory is awarded to the most attentive, dexterous and quickly reacting player (“Jenga”, “Table Football”). Games with communicative overtones (“Activity”, “Imaginarium”, etc.) help to establish friendly contact and overcome embarrassment.
Purpose. Board games can be intended for single use, for two opponents, family pastime and for a friendly company. In addition, some manufacturers offer gender-divided games for boys and girls. Traditionally, military and automotive themes predominate for boys, while doll and animal themes predominate for girls.

1 Puzzle "Jungle"

Meeting animals for little ones
Country Russia
Average price: 599 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.9

The floor puzzle "Jungle" is a fascinating and educational game for children from 2 years old, which promotes the development of sensory skills, attention and associative thinking. 34 elements of various shapes are complemented by 8 animal game pieces. This puzzle will appeal to kids and their parents, allowing them to have fun together. While collecting pictures, the child gets acquainted with the animals living in the jungle. Users in the reviews note that a big advantage is the large size of the elements, which allows you to carefully examine the inhabitants of the jungle and talk to your child about the features appearance animals, their coloring and character.

Compared to tabletop puzzles, floor puzzles definitely win, since children at the age of two are more willing to move during the game, and it is still quite difficult for them to concentrate for a long time while sitting at a table. All you need is to connect the elements correctly to get a complete image, which can later be hung on the wall as a picture, after gluing the puzzles together.

The best board games for children 4-5 years old

4-5 years is the very age when children are incredibly active and inquisitive. The board games presented below will help you channel your energy into a peaceful direction. Among them are the most famous and beloved games that have received the greatest number of positive reviews from parents and children.

4 Piatnik Tick Tock Boom

Largest number of players
Country: Austria
Average price: 1399 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.6

An exciting board game that can be played simultaneously by up to 12 participants. The set includes 55 cards and a bomb that is activated by pressing a button. The participant in the game must name a word related to what is shown or written on the card. If he thinks too long, the bomb will “explode.” The winner is the one whose bomb explodes least often.

The game helps not only to have fun, but also to develop intelligence, expand your vocabulary, and learn to think faster. The game is fully adapted for children from four years old - all the tasks are very simple. There are a lot of reviews about the game and they are all very good. Parents enjoy playing it with their children.

3 Hungry hippos

Best Road Game
Country: USA
Average price: 513 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.7

"Hungry Hippos" is the best travel game, according to parents. The exciting game is designed for two players, starting from 4 years of age. This is the compact version original game, which is convenient to take with you on the road. Catching balls is suitable for friendly and family confrontations, develops accuracy and improves concentration. As users note in reviews, they want to play again and again. Each batch is approximately 5 minutes. All parts are stored inside, so you don't have to worry about the balls getting lost.

The heroes of the game, hippos Vega and Glutton, try to catch the balls using levers. The only negative is that for more accurate fishing you need a flat surface, so when traveling by train or on an airplane, feeding hippos will be convenient, but playing while traveling by car will be difficult.

2 Turtle races

A simple and well-made “walker”
Country Russia
Average price: 890 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.8

"Turtle Races" is a board game of the "adventure" subtype. This is an educational game that has received a lot of reviews. Users point out the advantages of high-quality cutting of tokens, high-quality printing and thick paper. It's simple and calm game, which can captivate a child for a relatively long time. Intended for children aged 4 years and older, designed for 2-5 players. The game lasts about 20 minutes.

The goal of the game is to bring your turtle to the cabbage field. The turtle chip, in pursuit of the cabbage, moves in accordance with the drawn cards. A feature that makes the game more interesting is that movement is possible not only forward, but also backward. In addition, turtles love to ride on the shells of their girlfriends. The playing field is presented in 10 steps, thanks to which the child does not have time to get bored with the game.

1 Table football

The most popular game
Country: China
Average price: 5490 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.9

The legendary table football (kicker) is a game loved by many generations, as evidenced by the survey. The optimal age of players is from 5 years. The uniqueness of the game lies in the gambling confrontation that develops dexterity, reaction speed, the ability to concentrate and quickly make decisions. This great gift for children, to which adults will not remain indifferent.

Sports game represents a football field on footrests with handles for controlling football players. Figures rotating 360 degrees, the presence of mechanical goal counters, durable materials (wood), three additional balls - all these advantages are mentioned in user reviews. Due to the fact that the table is foldable, it is easy to transport and store.

The best board games for children 6-7 years old

At the age of 6-7 years, children demonstrate intelligence, rich imagination and improved coordination. The most active and sociable people will enjoy the following board games, the positive reviews of which are shared not only by our users, but also by experts.

4 Ravensburger Crazy Maze

Thinking game
Country: Czech Republic
Average price: 1690 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.6

Very interesting game, designed for 2-4 children aged seven years and older. The rules are very simple, understandable the first time. This is a spatial reasoning game in which children play as ghosts as they wander through the labyrinth of an abandoned castle in search of treasure. During the game, the field is constantly changing, as participants can move walls and corridors to make way for a piece. The task of each player is to collect as many treasures as possible and be the first to return back. The beauty of the game is that children don’t get bored with it – it only gets more interesting with each move. The game lasts about half an hour.

From a psychological point of view, a board game is very useful for developing thinking and reaction speed. She teaches you to think through moves in advance and develop a strategy. Judging by the reviews, sometimes parents play it even without their children. It is impossible to find fault with the quality of workmanship - the cardboard is very thick, high quality, and the packaging is decent.

3 Uno

Best price. Excitement and fun
Country: USA
Average price: 416 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.7

"Uno" is the most budget game of those presented in the rating, but no less fascinating. This card board game involves 2 to 10 players aged 7 years and older. The game takes no more than 20 minutes. In Russia the game is better known as “One Hundred and One”. As the reviews say, this is a great solution for a party - excitement, enthusiasm and fun!

At the beginning of the game, each player receives 7 cards. The point of the game is to get rid of cards. The top card of the remaining deck becomes the starting point. The movement occurs clockwise. Players must report from their cards the one that will match the top one at that time in color or picture. Having gotten rid of the penultimate card, the player must shout “Uno!”, otherwise he will be fined - an additional 4 cards from the deck. When someone has discarded all the cards, the round ends and the scoring begins for those who have cards left in their hands. Data is being recorded. The game is played over several rounds until someone reaches a total of 500 points, so the one with the fewest points wins.

2 Jenga

For the most dexterous and neat. Bestseller all over the world
Country: USA
Average price: 1,250 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.8

The outdoor board game Jenga is incredibly popular all over the world. The peculiarity of the game is that it remains interesting both during single construction and when building a tower with a large friendly company. This game develops fine motor skills, accuracy, balance, quick reaction and stress resistance. You can build a tower at home, outdoors, or take it with you on a visit, without worrying about the blocks getting lost or broken.

The rules of the game are extremely simple - after a tower of 54 elements is built, players take turns taking out blocks one at a time, as well as adding upper tiers. The game ends with the collapse of the tower; the loser is the one whose actions led to the fall of the building. If the tower is partially destroyed, the players can continue the game if they wish.

1 Imaginarium

The best association game. Development of imagination
Country Russia
Average price: 1,750 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.9

"Imaginarium" is an associative board game for children from 6 years old, in which from 3 to 7 people participate. Experts consider the game extremely useful for children, as it is aimed at developing imagination and logical thinking, expanding the associative range and improving communication skills. On the playing field, each player is indicated by an elephant chip. One person acts as a presenter who explains to others his associations in relation to the drawn card. The right of the leader is transferred to the next player in the circle, so all participants are equally involved.

The peculiarity is that players choose from their cards the one that best matches the descriptions of the presenter. The latter reports the map he explained. The cards are shuffled and numbered, and after choosing from them, everyone votes for the card that they think belonged to the leader. Depending on whether the participant guessed correctly or not, and whether someone else preferred his card, he remains in place, steps back, or moves a few squares forward. There was also room on the map for additional fields, upon entering which the presenter must, for example, come up with an association of 5 words, associate it with a brand, or make a description based on a film.

The best board games for children over 8 years old

For schoolchildren, the combination of the entertaining and educational nature of board games is especially important. A dry presentation of knowledge leaves them indifferent, but a veiled educational message, be it the study of fractions or simply games for the development of logic and strategic thinking, will be received by them with a bang, as evidenced by reviews.

4 Pest Gnomes

Simple but fun game
Country: Belgium
Average price: 1270 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.6

This game is a kind of analogue of the mafia, but more intense and varied. Suitable for children over eight years old and adults, up to 12 players can participate at the same time, and the game lasts about half an hour. In the game there are “good” and “bad”, between whom there is a struggle for gold. The gnomes plot intrigues for the other characters, preventing them from expanding the passages and looking for gold. The winner is the one who collects the most gold nuggets.

The game is packaged in a reliable and beautiful tin box, so it can be considered as a gift option. Includes a set of game board, action, gnome and gold digger cards. This role-playing strategy game will help develop thinking and intelligence. It is not too difficult for children and at the same time very exciting.

3 Erudite

The most intelligent. Vocabulary expansion
Country Russia
Average price: 1050 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.7

“Erudite” is a game that you have probably already heard about more than once. Alternate name for Scrabble and Words. This is an educational board game based on players making up words from letter chips. Experts recommend the game for children to expand their vocabulary and develop logical thinking.

This game will be interesting for children from 8 years old. It is also often played with friends or at family gatherings. Giving in to excitement, adults sometimes find themselves even more involved in the process than children. Next to each letter there is a number - the number of points that is awarded to the player for using this chip. In addition, there are additional tricks on the playing field itself - multiplying points, adding extra points, etc., which makes the game more interesting.

2 Carcassonne

Strategic game of conquest
Country Russia
Average price: 1290 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.8

The strategic and economic board game "Carcassonne" involves the step-by-step collection of the playing field and the subsequent placement of chips of your subjects on it. Depending on what terrain the piece is placed on, it will become a knight, peasant, monk or robber. A special feature is the tactical component gameplay. To win, you need to think through the possible moves of other players and correctly set priorities, for example, completing your facility or blocking your opponent’s path.

Terrain squares must fit together exactly, for example, fields with fields, roads with roads. As you approach the end of the game, the tension increases, because there are fewer and fewer possible options for the development of events, as well as playing pieces. This game is perfect for children aged 8 years and older, helping them build chains of actions and develop strategic thinking. Victory remains with the one who at the end received the most points for his constructed objects.

1 Delissimo

The best math game. Relaxed learning
Country Russia
Average price: 790 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.9

"Delissimo" was recognized as the best game with a mathematical bias. Being logical and educational, it is relevant not only from the point of view of entertainment, but also education. “It’s never been easier to teach your child about fractions!” – parents share enthusiastically. The child gets acquainted with fractions and fractions, mastering their features in a fun and relaxed way while delivering pizza.

The reviews emphasize that game cards made of thick cardboard. A big plus, according to buyers, is the colorfulness and dynamism. The game is divided into three difficulty levels according to age (from 5, 8 and 10 years), so it remains relevant for many years. Each batch takes 15 to 20 minutes. The players' task is to collect the order of a visitor to an Italian restaurant, composing pizzas in accordance with the list of ingredients and their quantities, which are indicated in fractions and fractions. Soon your child will be cracking fractions like nuts, and the included game-style posters will help reinforce the material visually.

The best board games for the whole family

If you are puzzled about how to celebrate or... family evening, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with the list of the most interesting board games that will brighten up your leisure time with enthusiasm. The peculiarity of the games below is that they are designed for a large number of players, including children and adults. In a word, no one will be left behind.

4 Monopoly

Famous financial game
Country: Ireland
Average price: 1779 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.6

For many years, classic Monopoly has remained one of the most favorite games of growing children and adults. In this game, everyone can feel like a real businessman, investing money, purchasing property, and concluding deals. Up to eight people can play at the same time, so it is perfect even for a large family, as well as a group of children or adults.

The game is not only exciting, but also useful. It helps children develop logical, strategic thinking and attentiveness. Parents write that time flies when playing. The only drawback is that restless children do not have enough patience for it, since one game can last quite a long time. Otherwise, this is a classic that needs no comment.

3 Tickets to Ride

The best strategy. Travel game
Country Russia
Average price: 2,990 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.7

“Train Ticket” is an exciting board game in the travel genre for the whole family. Suitable for adults and children from 8 years old. The game teaches you to think consistently, apply tactics and tricks. During the adventure you can learn a lot about the device railway, as well as consolidate knowledge of geography. The batch can take from half an hour to an hour.

Throughout the game, participants (2-5 people) enthusiastically move around the map, showing strategic skills. The participants' task is to get as many points as possible, which are given for completing missions and building routes using plastic trailers and stations. Success depends on the chosen strategy. The element of luck is present, but less pronounced than in games with dice.

2 Cluedo

Detective game with a fascinating plot
Country: USA
Average price: 1730 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.8

"Cluedo" - classic tabletop detective game for adult children from 8 years old. The game, designed for 3-6 players, is a simulation of a murder investigation. The playing field looks like the plan of a country house. The goal is to find out who, where and how killed the owner of the mansion. Each of the participating players is under suspicion. The number of possible combinations is amazing - more than 324, so the game is absolutely unpredictable and mysterious every time, and certainly will not get boring.

Players move through the cells, scattering around the house, making assumptions about who, with what help, and in which room committed the crime. The decks of intrigue and rumors are designed to inspire thoughts. The one who is the first to give correct answers to the questions posed becomes the winner.

1 Activities

The most popular. Dynamic, team
Country: Austria
Average price: 1,990 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.9

The most popular game for family pastime is “Activity”. This board game is known all over the world. Users fell in love with it due to its simplicity, fun and dynamism. A big plus is the ability to involve a large number of people. It can be played by 3 to 16 people at the same time. That's why this game so in demand at parties and family gatherings.

Participants need to divide into teams. There are chips on the playing field that move towards the finish line if the team, using facial expressions, gestures and drawings, can explain the word specified in the task. As users note, time flies with the game - active movements, fun and loud laughter are guaranteed!

In general, I present to you our selection of board games for children 3-4 years old. At this age, children are still learning to play according to clearly defined rules and to firmly accept any prevailing outcome of the game. We can say that they are just “getting into the taste” of board games. This is probably why manufacturers have not yet come up with as many board games for this age as, say, for 5+. But even among what is on the market, our eyes run wide, so let’s start choosing the most interesting!

Simple walkers (Ozon, My-shop, KoroBoom)

First of all, 3-4 years is an excellent age to learn the first classic walkers. In the article “” I already wrote that the first walkers should not be very long. Preferably, no more than 50-60 cells, otherwise the child will simply get tired and will not have the patience to finish the game. At this age, the baby first of all learns to accurately count the required number of cells and follow simple rules. Therefore, at this stage, there are enough walkers with the most simple conditions - “skip a move”, “extra move”, “follow the arrow there”. In this regard I like simple games from Umka, they perfectly meet these requirements.

I promised to write in detail about our very first board games. Unfortunately, the fulfillment of my promise was delayed, since the last 2 weeks we as a family were too busy fighting the flu. But finally, all the bad things are behind us, and now I can say that the turn has come to board games

In this article I will tell you in detail about what is most relevant for us from 2-2.5 years old. You can also find and print several board games here.

What are the benefits of board games for kids? Firstly, they teach the child to act according to the rules : wait your turn, perform certain prescribed actions, etc. Secondly, the child learns that there are situations when it is not he who wins, but someone else, and learns to accept this option for the development of the plot with dignity. Well, thirdly, games, as a rule, teach the child some useful information or skills. For example, a walker with cubes and chips is great for practicing a child’s counting skills, the “Animals” lotto helps to remember the names of animals, etc.

Walking game “Visiting the Bunny” (with cubes and chips)

I made this walker for my daughter when she was 2.5 years old. It became a wonderful help for us in mastering counting, and it just helped us have an interesting time together; my daughter simply adored the game. I recommend that you take this game into your arsenal, as it is made just for the little ones. You can read more about our walker and download it.

Ready-made walkers for babies

If we talk about ready-made options, available for sale in stores, it seemed to me most suitable for the role of the first walker « Cheese run» (Ozon, Labyrinth, My-shop). There are very few cells here - only 24, so the child definitely won’t have time to get tired. In addition, the kit includes a special cube for beginning accountants - the number of dots on it does not exceed three.

What I didn’t like about this board game is that it is not entirely clear to a novice player which direction to go now, all the cells are stuck together and therefore the direction is not obvious to the child.

Another good option is walkers from Umka (Ozon, My-shop, KoroBoom). The games are also simple and accessible, but there are significantly more cells, and the cube has very small dots, which presents some difficulty for a child who is just learning to count the cells and dots on the cube. So the games are more suitable for children who are seeing walkers not for the first time.

Games with dice and chips are not the only thing that 2x has to offer year old child. That's no less interesting options board games for kids:

« Magical city» (My-shop, Labyrinth, KoroBoom)
« Multi-colored caterpillars» ( My-shop, Labyrinth, KoroBoom)

The Step Puzzle company has an excellent series road games- compact and inexpensive. I would like to draw your attention to two games from this series - " Magical city" (pictured above) and " Multi-colored caterpillars"(pictured below). Don't look at the fact that the box is marked 4+, it's clearly very overpriced. The games are perfect for kids who are just starting to get acquainted with board games, because the rules here couldn't be simpler.

“Caterpillars” and “Magic City” are very similar in essence. And although the rules contain several variants of the game, the process boils down to approximately the same - participants take turns throwing a multi-colored die and placing a piece of the corresponding color on their tower/caterpillar. The one whose design is longer or reaches a certain detail wins. Everything is simple and easy - just enough to get used to acting according to the rules.

Board game "Palette" (Ozon, My-shop, KoroBoom)

This game is copied from the once popular board game " Colorama". Due to the fact that the original Lately It’s not easy to find on sale, I’m immediately writing about its budget and more subtle analogue - the board game “Palette”. Seemingly simple, but at the same time very exciting for kids, “Palette” greatly helps to reinforce the names of colors and shapes, and teaches the child to select objects based on a combination of two characteristics at once - shape and color.

There are several possible game options here. The easiest one - the child simply inserts chips into the playing field, selecting them according to the color and shape of the openings. You can also do this in turns with an adult - as the novice player prefers.

In more complex options The game will already need cubes. A figure appears on one of the dice, and a color on the other. In accordance with the dropped characteristics, you need to find suitable figure and place it on the field, or vice versa, remove it from the field (depending on which game option you chose). The winner is the one who is the first to place all his pieces on the field, or the one who accumulates the most pieces.

Card game Djeco "Dodo" (Ozon, My-shop)

The set is simply amazing in its own way, it cannot be called educational or developmental (although the baby will need to count within three), but it will definitely leave the warmest, gentle, bright emotions in the soul of both the parent and the child. In fact, this game is an extra reason for kissing and hugging your beloved child, because there are so many different cards with kisses and other tenderness. By the way, "Dodo" can be excellent.

The main goal is to put a cardboard baby (a girl or a boy) to sleep in a bed that is not even cardboard (a real textile mattress is included). However, the baby can only fall asleep if he has a pillow, blanket and soft toy. To find all these items, the child will need to sequentially open the cards in the deck. But before he finds everything he is looking for, he will encounter many more cards with tenderness that you will have to provide him with: a kiss on the elbow, a knee, tickles, a song and much more.

The stated age of the set is 3+, but a child even 2.5 years old will easily understand it. The price in stores for Dodo, as well as for the entire Djeco company, is quite high, so you may find the electronic version of the game useful. "Dodo" is possible DOWNLOAD HERE .

Bunnies (Ozon, My-Shop, KoroBoom)

This is a game that hooks children with almost 100% probability. Even if the kid doesn’t want to play by the rules, he will definitely enjoy putting together a fairytale field like a construction set and playing out simple stories on it. Think, main secret The success of this board game is in the 3D playing field, plus an interesting idea with harvesting in the garden.

To be honest, I bought this board game when my daughter was noticeably older than 2 years old (and she just stuck to it). But I’m including it in the selection of games for the little ones, because we took out the game many times when the kids came to visit, the game always went with a bang. Here the child only needs to count within three, the rules are also simple (only parents need to figure it out first, because the instructions are written quite intricately).

The main objective of the game is to go into the garden through a free hole in the fence and pick cabbage or carrots there (depending on the number of dots dropped). You need to quickly go home with your catch, and then go again for the next portion. Naturally, the winner is the one who reaps the most significant harvest.

According to our observations, this board game for children also becomes interesting after 2.5 years. And again, the players take turns throwing a different-colored die here. Having thrown out, for example, red, the player must put a red cylinder on the scales. In this case, you need to be very careful not to drop either yours or the previously installed cylinders. The loser, naturally, is the one whose entire structure collapses. The balance beam develops clarity of movements, accuracy and, of course, also teaches you to play by the rules: it teaches you to wait your turn, and it also gives the child the understanding that not only he can win.

By the way, we have come up with another version of this game: you can not only stack the cylinders on the scales, but also build a tower out of them, also guided by the color that appears on the die.

Fun races and ladybugs (Ozon, My-shop, KoroBoom)

Here's another simple game for little ones. A game that teaches patience and perseverance. She also trains the child in simple counting, because during the game you will have to count the number of dots on the cube many times.

The winner of the game is the one who collects his ladybug the fastest. Collecting it is not difficult - to do this, you need to roll the corresponding numbers on the die. If you throw out “1” you can take the body of a ladybug, if you throw out “4” you can take one eye, etc. At the same time, you must remember that legs can be attached only when you already have a body, and eyes, nose and antennae - when you already have a head.

Educational gameDjeco "Numbers" (Ozon, My-shop)

A very good set for practicing your very first counting skills. The rules present as many as 4 variants of the game, both the most banal (combine numbers and quantities) and the most common ones. We especially liked one of them. Here's the gist of it: each player takes a playing field with empty silhouettes of animals. When throwing the dice, players must fill their fields with chips. We place the number of chips on the field as many as the dice shows up. Moreover, on the last move, exactly as many dots should appear on the cube as there are empty cells left on the field; if you are unlucky, we wait for the next move. Naturally, the winner is the one who is the first to completely collect all the kittens/puppies/hares/ducks.

The number of dots on the cube does not exceed three, so a 2-year-old child can easily handle the counting.

The execution of the set, as usual from Djeco, is excellent, the chips and cards are pleasant to hold in your hands, they are durable and will definitely last a long time. Still, the price for Djeco “Numbers” seems to me too high, and it’s not easy to find a set on sale lately, so I’m posting a scanned version of the game just in case. The kit can be DOWNLOAD HERE .

Lotto (Labyrinth, My-shop, KoroBoom)

And, of course, don’t forget about everyone’s favorite classic games. You can start getting acquainted with lotto as early as a year, about this. Closer to two years of age, a child can not only put cards in the right places, but also play according to simple rules with an opponent. Let's say dad and child get each playing field, and mom takes cards out of the bag in random order (or almost randomly :)) and announces “Who has a hippopotamus?” The first one to collect all the cards on his field wins.

Another great thing about lotto is that while playing you can unobtrusively study any interesting topic - animals, plants, professions, geometric figures etc. All names will be remembered by the child quickly and easily.

Domino (Labyrinth, My-shop, KoroBoom)

Another one classic game- this is a domino. Naturally, at the first stage you will need a domino with pictures instead of dots. Most likely, the child will not yet be able to master the full version of the rules, but he will definitely be able to play the simplified version. We started getting acquainted with dominoes back then, we simply built paths from it, simply combining pictures on the dominoes. Later they began to take turns, and also differentiated the common pile of dominoes into “yours and mine.” I think now I can try to explain to my daughter full rules(she is now 3 years old).

Memory (KoroBoom, Labyrinth, My-shop)

I think this game is also familiar to everyone from childhood. Here you can also try playing alone first, and then together. For those who are not familiar with the rules, I will briefly explain. A certain number of cards are taken, for example, 8 to start with, laid out on the table with the pictures facing up, and the name of each picture must be spoken out. Next, all the cards are turned face down and you need to remember from memory where each picture is. If two people are playing, then each player takes the cards they guessed, and at the end of the game they are counted.

In memory games, all the cards can be different (in Shichida’s method this is called a memory grid), or they can be paired (then the goal is to find pairs). Taisiya and I began to master the first memory at 1 year 9 months, starting with a small number of cards. At this age, the essence of the game is already clear.

Memory, like lotto, helps you learn new concepts and topics. For example, if you choose cards with exotic animals, during the game you can get acquainted with unfamiliar species of animals, etc.

Educational games and play sets

Very often, manufacturers call various educational and educational games board games. play sets, and although I myself would classify them into some other category, I think it would be unfair to say nothing at all about them in this article. Let me give you an example of a good educational game - urlspan] Magnetic stories. Seasons (Labyrinth, My-shop, KoroBoom).

Unlike other educational sets, in this one you will not find some boring cards, but a whole field for. This is probably why this set was one of our favorites. We chose one season of the year and created an environment for the magnetic heroes that corresponded to the chosen season. Then in this environment they played out different life situations- for example, a boy dressed inappropriately for the weather (went out in his underpants in winter) and got sick, or a girl went into the forest to pick berries and got lost. Naturally, during the game we talked about what characteristics are characteristic of this or that time of year. Agree, in such a game they are remembered quickly and without tediousness.

A three-year-old child can already be offered games with an intricate plot. It is not easy to interest him in entertainment for children more younger age, we need something more exciting and developing at the same time. Board games with the “3+” icon They will cope with this task perfectly, and during the visit of the child’s friends they will solve the problem with an interesting pastime.

The best board games for children 3-4 years old

Surprisingly, games play an important role in the proper development of children. To make a good choice boards for a 3 year old child, it is important to consider some points:

Preschoolers of three years old will not like the abundance of text in the game, but the bright illustrations will definitely delight.

"Forest fairies" is a game for third-year children, including 27 cards and several cubes. Girls will like it more, because the details with yellow, green and pink backgrounds depict bee fairies and butterfly fairies. One die indicates the color of the card, another indicates the fairy’s occupation, and the third indicates the number of sorceresses drawn. By throwing three dice at once, a combination arises that you need to quickly find among those on the table. The one who collects 5 cards first wins.
"Hungry Hippos" will be a wonderful gift for little lovers of simple tasks. There are 2 variants of the game - with two and four animals. Each participant must choose a hippopotamus and eat balls from the center of the playing area. The one who has the most food wins.
Colorful adventure game "Bunnies" is a 3D puzzle. With these ears it will be fun to develop fine motor skills and learn ordinal counting. The goal of the game is to place the parts of the construction set made of soft and hygienically safe foam material into place. The role of the usual cube in it is played by special tokens for tossing.
"The Cheerful Pilot" is a simple budget walking game, designed just for the non-rubber patience of a 3-year-old child. According to the rules, participants roll the dice and move their chip forward the appropriate number of squares. Some cells force the player to skip a move, others move him forward several moves. The one who gets to the finish line first wins.
"Linus - little wizard" This game for children 3 years old will not teach you how to cast magic, but it will develop memory and strategic thinking. According to the plot of the game, a young magician enchanted some of his toys. The child’s task is to find them. The set includes tokens indicating the wizard's toys; enchanted objects are equipped with a magnet. The magician figurine is brought to the chips in turn, and if Linus magnetizes them, the participant takes the token for himself. Victory goes to the one who collects the most colorful trophies. The downside of the game is that the kit does not include instructions in Russian, but the rules are extremely simple.
"Dog Fight" - a game that can bring a lot of positive emotions. Improves the ability to distinguish objects by size (large and small). A deck of cards with images of dogs is divided equally between two players. Then the participants simultaneously show their card. The one whose dog is larger takes both cards. The goal is to collect the entire deck.
"Spotted Dogs" - a game in which there are many cards with images of four-legged friends, as well as a field with an arrow. According to the instructions, you need to lay out the cards face up and turn the hand on the clock. After she settles on a certain number, you should find a dog with a similar number of spots. Once all the cards have been dealt, the players turn them over and count the total number of tiles shown on the back side. The one who collected the most bones won.
"Billy the Beaver" made similar to adult Jenga. We turn on the beaver and place it on the top of the dam. The goal is to push logs out from under it so that the aquatic rodent is not disturbed. The set includes logs of different colors: brown, orange, yellow. The winner is the participant who collects 2 pieces of each shade.
"Strawberry Paths" Contains a deck of cards, a cardboard basket, 28 wooden strawberries and 4 laces. Each player takes a lace. The cards are placed face down on the table in a row. Participants must take turns taking cards from their lanes, and following the designation on the front side, take or give away a certain number of berries. The one who collects all the berries wins.
"Flower pot" . In order to master this game, you will need the ability to count to 15. The rules are simple: if the participant chooses a card with a stem, he places it next to the plant. If a card with a head falls out, it should be put back. The one with the most leaves on the flower will win.

Board games for children 3 years old: reviews

Grandparents bought the game " Spotted dogs". Two evenings in a row we played it with my daughter, and today I noticed that she counts much faster. Of course, what brings her more pleasure is not the result of the game itself, but rather turning the arrow on the clock. The purchase turned out to be very successful!
"The Cheerful Pilot" turned out to be very exciting game. Walkers with more complex rules We have had them lying around somewhere at home for a long time, but the children show no interest in them. They're probably for older people. And this simple game immediately won their love.
I bought a desktop for my daughters "Forest fairies" primarily because of the image of these fairies. I thought that if they didn’t understand the rules, they would come up with something anyway. However, they are happy to play according to the instructions, excitedly looking for suitable cards on the table. This acquisition was definitely not in vain.