Playing card games with kids is a nice indoor and outdoor activity. It is not only about having fun but also about the improvement of cognitive abilities and the increase in personal and social competences. Have a look at our choice of the best child-friendly card games…
1. Smack it!
This funny card game is a combination of War and Slapjack. It teaches the kids number comparison and is very easy to learn. The game time is around 7-15 min. For kids aged 6 and older Smack it! is a top fun and educational activity.
2. Charades For Kids
This is the classic game of Charades but made for kids. It allows kids to exercise their imagination and become more familiar with the use of language. The kids develop phrases and words so the difficulty level is suitable for their age. Charades is fun for kids aged 4 and older.
3. TACO vs BURRITO
This delicious card game for kids was created by a 7 years old boy. 2-4 players compete to create weird meals what is fun for the whole family. But beware the Crafty Crow and the Trash Panda! The game is suitable for kids aged 7 and older.
4. Skip-Bo
The goal of this popular card game is to be the first to completely discard your own deck of cards. 2-6 people can play at a time, in pairs or individually. Skip-Bo teaches children the order of numbers and is suitable for age 7 and older.
5. Alphabet Slap Jack
With this pocked-sized card game kids will learn the alphabet in a flash. Created by a primary teacher this game is pedagogically valuable. Alphabet Slap Jack is designed with many illustrations what makes it easier for kids to remember different letters. The game is fun for kids aged 4 and older.
6. Swish
Swish is a fast-paced card game that promotes the spatial imagination of kids and adults. The first transparent card game is easy to learn and addictively fun for players aged 8 and older.
7. Cat in The Hat - I Can Do That!
An amusing card game that improves self-confidence and reading skills of your kids. The physical activity game is perfect for kids who find it difficult to sit still for a long time. It is suitable for kids aged 3 and older.
8. Go Fish, Old Maid, Slap Jack, War - Set
In this box you have four card games together. Beautifully illustrated cards with recognizable ocean animals are smartly designed for variety and convenience. This selection of gard games is suitable for kids over the age of 4.
9. Phase 10
Phase 10 is a card game in which players compete against each other to see who can finish 10 different sets first. A phase is a combination of cards and may consist of multiple criteria. This popular game is fun for kids aged 7 and older.
10. Roll & Play
This is a card game for very young kids. It promotes the creativity and gross motor skills of your child, teaches him colors and emotional expressions. The game is recommendable for kids aged 1,5 years and older.
This is a terrific list of games! I’m a teacher and live in a part of the country where we can have snow up to six months a year. Having a good selection of games that my students can play on indoor recess days is a must! I’m going to scope out some of these games the next time I head into a dept, store.
Love this list! I have not heard of Swish, but I think my kids would really enjoy it!
Skip Bo is one of my favorites! I am excited to check out some of these new ideas! Thanks!