Toys That Develop Matching Skills

Unicorn Magic Memory Matching Game

The Mudpuppy Unicorn Magic Mini Memory Matching Game sparks joy and learning for kids ages 3 and up. With vibrant unicorn-themed artwork, this engaging game promotes essential matching skills while enhancing visual memory, focus, and concentration. Packaged in a travel-friendly mini cube, it’s the perfect way to combine fun and learning wherever we go! 3+ years
Why we love it:
Unicorn Magic Memory Matching Game comes in a travel-friendly mini cube, making it a perfect blend of joy and learning that sparks focus and visual acuity wherever we go!

Engaging Forest Babies Puzzle Fun

Forest Babies I Love You Match-Up Puzzles from Mudpuppy is a delightful way to encourage little ones to explore their world! With charming illustrations of baby bears, rabbits, and owls, these beginner puzzles not only entertain but also foster essential skills like problem-solving and fine motor development. As children match baby animals with their caregivers, they engage in meaningful play that strengthens their cognitive abilities. Plus, the sturdy storage box keeps everything organized, making it a perfect gift for curious minds eager to learn! 1-3 years
Why we love it:
Engaging Forest Babies Puzzle Fun includes charming illustrations of baby animals that make learning feel like an adorable adventure while boosting little ones’ problem-solving skills.

Dive into Go Shark! Fun

Mudpuppy Go Shark! brings an exciting twist to the classic children’s card game, encouraging kids aged 4 and up to develop matching skills, social interaction, and strategic thinking. With vibrant illustrations of friendly sharks, this game turns learning into a delightful underwater adventure that captivates young players while promoting educational fun without screens. Perfect for family game nights or on-the-go entertainment, it’s an engaging way for kids to connect and learn together. 4+ years
Why we love it:
Dive into Go Shark! features vibrant illustrations of friendly sharks that make learning strategic thinking feel like an exciting underwater adventure without screens.

Magical Unicorn Crazy Eights Adventure

Mudpuppy Wild Unicorn! is a delightful twist on the classic Crazy Eights card game that brings enchanting unicorn magic to your family game night. As parents and educators, we know just how important it is to foster early social skills and strategic thinking, and this game does just that! With colorful illustrations and whimsical icons, kids aged 4 and up will develop critical matching skills, enhance their memory, and enjoy hours of imaginative play as they dive into the colorful world of unicorns. It's a perfect way to bond while boosting cognitive development in a fun, engaging atmosphere! 4+ years
Why we love it:
Magical Unicorn Crazy Eights Adventure features whimsical illustrations that transform game night into a captivating journey, nurturing both cognitive skills and family bonding in one enchanting package!

Who's Hiding in The Jungle? Fun Game

Laurence King Who's Hiding in The Jungle? A Spot and Match Game is an exhilarating adventure for kids and families alike! This engaging game not only promotes fast-paced matching skills but also enhances reaction time and visual perception as players race to spot the animals hidden within lush jungles. With stunning illustrations by Caroline Selmes, your little ones will be captivated while developing essential cognitive skills. It's the perfect screen-free entertainment that invites everyone to connect, laugh, and learn together. 4+ years
Why we love it:
Who's Hiding in The Jungle? features stunning illustrations that transform playtime into an exhilarating race to spot hidden animals while sharpening essential cognitive skills together.

Match Me Game – Alphabet Fun

Match Me Game – Alphabet is the perfect tool for introducing young learners to the exciting world of letters and sounds! Designed for children aged 3 and up, this engaging game enhances matching and memory skills through fun and interactive gameplay. With large, sturdy pieces that are ideal for little hands and two-sided game boards that cater to varying skill levels, we love how it keeps kids engaged while fostering both cognitive and motor skills. Plus, with three ways to play, it offers endless opportunities for learning and play time! 3+ years
Why we love it:
Match Me Game – Alphabet Fun features large, sturdy pieces that are perfect for little hands, making letter learning a delightful adventure and a fun bonding experience!

Engaging Fun-to-Know Object Puzzles

The Trend Enterprises Fun-to-Know Puzzles: What Goes Together? is an exciting tool for young learners aged 3 and up! With 24 durable, two-sided puzzles that promote vocabulary development and critical thinking skills, this engaging set invites children to match related objects and their words in a fun, interactive way. Parents and educators will love how these self-checking puzzles foster independence while enhancing cognitive skills. Plus, the sturdy storage box keeps everything organized for classroom or home use, making learning both seamless and enjoyable! 3+ years
Why we love it:
Engaging Fun-to-Know Object Puzzles include 24 durable, two-sided puzzles that make vocabulary building feel like a fun game, all while developing critical thinking skills independently!

Melissa & Doug Farm Sound Puzzle Fun!

Melissa & Doug Farm Sound Puzzle is a delightful and engaging way to introduce our little ones to the sounds of the farm! As educators and parents, we know how important it is for children to develop fine motor skills, language, and matching abilities, and this puzzle does just that. With each piece that our kids place into the board, they’re rewarded with realistic animal sounds, turning learning into a fun auditory experience. Perfect for hands-on, screen-free playtime, this puzzle is a fantastic gift for curious minds aged 2 to 5! 2-5 years
Why we love it:
Melissa & Doug Farm Sound Puzzle Fun! features realistic animal sounds that make each piece a mini celebration of learning, turning our kids’ playtime into an engaging farmyard adventure.

Engaging Fun with Barnyard Animals Puzzle

Melissa & Doug Barnyard Animals Jumbo Knob Wooden Puzzle is a delightful way to introduce your little ones to the joys of farm life! With vibrant artwork featuring adorable horse, cow, and sheep, this puzzle not only captivates their imagination but also promotes essential skills like hand-eye coordination and problem-solving. The easy-to-grasp wooden pegs and extra-thick pieces make it perfect for tiny hands, while the pictures under each piece provide helpful hints as children learn through play. We love how this puzzle invites interactive learning, making it a treasured addition to any playtime routine! 1 year and older
Why we love it:
Engaging Fun with Barnyard Animals Puzzle features easy-to-grasp wooden pegs that make learning about farm life a hands-on adventure, combining fun with essential developmental skills.

Engaging Language Builder Flash Cards

The Stages Learning Materials Language Builder Picture Noun Flash Cards are a fantastic resource for educators and parents working with children on the autism spectrum. These thoughtfully designed cards introduce early vocabulary through realistic and attractive photographic images, covering categories like animals, food, and everyday objects. Ideal for enhancing both receptive and expressive language skills, they encourage sorting, matching, and storytelling—all key components in effective ABA therapy. With their durable design and writable surfaces, these cards make learning engaging and interactive, fostering a love for language in your little one. 2-5 years
Why we love it:
Engaging Language Builder Flash Cards feature realistic photographic images, making vocabulary building interactive and fun while transforming everyday learning into an adventure for our little ones.

Build Word Power with Fun Puzzles

Easy Words Fun-to-Know® Puzzles make early language learning engaging and delightful! As parents and educators, we know how crucial it is to reinforce vocabulary skills, and these matching games do just that, featuring short-vowel sounds linked to vibrant photo cues. The unique puzzle shapes inspire trial and error, making it a fun challenge that deepens understanding. With repeated play, kids will grow in confidence and mastery of language, laying the foundation for lifelong communication skills. 3-6 years
Why we love it:
Build Word Power with Fun Puzzles features vibrant photo cues that turn vocabulary learning into an exciting game, making language skills feel like playtime fun.

Engaging Easy Addition Fun-to-Know Puzzles

The Easy Addition Fun-to-Know® Puzzles provide a delightful way to introduce young learners to the world of math! This engaging puzzle set features fifteen unique equations that pair captivating illustrations of high-interest objects with clear numerals. As parents and educators, we love how this game fosters essential math skills through playful matching, making repetition enjoyable and effective. The large, easy-to-read printing allows our kids to connect with each piece, ensuring their math journey is as fun as it is educational. Preschool
Why we love it:
Engaging Easy Addition Fun-to-Know Puzzles feature fifteen unique equations that transform math into an exciting game of matching and learning, making early numeracy a playful adventure.

Interactive Zoo Animals Sound Puzzle Fun

Melissa & Doug Zoo Animals Sound Puzzle is a delightful way to engage young minds while sparking their love for animals! With each correctly placed piece, your little one will not only hear the unique sounds of each animal but also develop critical matching and listening skills. This sturdy wooden puzzle is built to withstand daily adventures, and it offers a fantastic screen-free play experience that promotes manual dexterity. We find it to be the perfect gift for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2 to 5, as it encourages hands-on learning and joyful exploration! 2-5 years
Why we love it:
Interactive Zoo Animals Sound Puzzle Fun features unique animal sounds that make learning about wildlife an auditory adventure, transforming playtime into a joyful exploration of nature.

Engaging Alphabet Wooden Puzzles

Melissa & Doug Self-Correcting Alphabet Wooden Puzzles with Storage Box make learning the alphabet a fun adventure for kids aged 4 and up! With 52 beautifully crafted wooden pieces, these puzzles offer a hands-on way to boost letter recognition and matching skills while sparking curious minds with vibrant pictures. Perfect for screen-free play, they encourage children to explore and connect with letters as they assemble the complete alphabet. As parents and educators, we know that learning through play fosters a love for learning that lasts a lifetime! 4+ years
Why we love it:
Engaging Alphabet Wooden Puzzles come with 52 beautifully crafted wooden pieces that turn learning the alphabet into a vibrant adventure, making early literacy as fun as a treasure hunt.

Farm Animal Dominoes: Fun Meets Learning!

Farm Animal Dominoes is a delightful way to boost your child's matching skills while having a blast on the farm! With charming hand-painted farm animals to connect, this game encourages children to develop critical thinking, social skills, and even fine motor skills as they handle the durable pieces. Perfect for family game nights, playdates, or on-the-go fun, it allows kids aged 3 and up to engage creatively while learning through play. As parents and educators, we cherish the moments of laughter and learning that this classic game brings to our little ones! 3+ years
Why we love it:
Farm Animal Dominoes features charming hand-painted farm animals that spark laughter and learning during family game nights, turning playtime into a delightful memory-making experience.

Engaging Dinosaur Cube Puzzle

The Bigjigs Toys Dinosaur Cube Puzzle is a fun and educational adventure for little explorers aged 18 months and up. This delightful puzzle allows children to match colorful cubes and discover six amazing dinosaurs, encouraging their natural curiosity while developing vital matching skills, concentration, and dexterity. Packaged in a handy wooden tray, it’s the perfect on-the-go toy for road trips and family outings. Crafted from quality, responsibly sourced materials, parents can feel good about providing a safe and enriching play experience for their little ones. 18 months and up
Why we love it:
Engaging Dinosaur Cube Puzzle includes six colorful dinosaur cubes that spark natural curiosity while developing essential skills during playtime adventures on the go.

Explore Fun with Match and Build Blocks!

Melissa & Doug K's Kids Match and Build Soft Blocks Set is the perfect blend of fun and learning for our little ones. These soft, lightweight blocks are designed to help infants and toddlers engage in matching activities that enhance their sensory and fine motor skills. As they pair numerals with quantities or match animal halves, our kids will naturally develop communication and cognitive skills through hands-on play. Plus, with no screens involved, it's a wonderful way to spark creativity and spark joy in our playtime! 9 months to 2 years
Why we love it:
Explore Fun with Match and Build Blocks! features soft, lightweight blocks that turn matching activities into delightful sensory experiences, fostering crucial skills without a single screen in sight.

Realistic Wooden Grocery Play Food Set

The Melissa & Doug Fridge Fillers Grocery Play Food Cartons set brings the excitement of the grocery store right into your child's play kitchen! This wooden toy grocery set includes 8 realistic cartons and packages, perfect for imaginative play that develops essential skills. As our little ones engage in shopping, cooking, and serving, they practice hand-eye coordination, improve their matching abilities, and enjoy independent play—always a win in our book! Plus, with FSC-certified materials, we feel great about choosing an eco-friendly option that encourages both creativity and responsibility. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Realistic Wooden Grocery Play Food Set includes 8 lifelike cartons and packages, making imaginations soar and transforming playtime into a tasty lesson in creativity and responsibility.

Mickey Mouse Sounds Vehicle Puzzle

The Melissa & Doug Disney Mickey Mouse and Friends Vehicles Sound Puzzle is an exciting way to engage our little ones, ages 2 to 5! This charming 8-piece wooden peg puzzle not only showcases our favorite characters but also delights kids with realistic vehicle sounds, making learning time fun and interactive. It's a fantastic tool for promoting matching skills, fine motor development, and language acquisition, all while encouraging screen-free play. Plus, the light-activated sensors ensure that every interaction is both playful and educational—perfect for curious minds! 2-5 years
Why we love it:
Mickey Mouse Sounds Vehicle Puzzle features charming character-themed pieces that ignite our children’s imagination while teaching them important skills without a screen in sight.

Eric Carle Memory Game Magic

The Wonder Forge Eric Carle Matching Game is an engaging memory game designed for children aged 3 to 5. This delightful game not only encourages essential skills like focus, memory, and matching, but it also brings the beloved characters from Eric Carle’s stories to life, making learning feel like play. With quick setup and easy-to-follow instructions, it’s an ideal choice for family fun that both kids and adults can enjoy together. 3-5 years
Why we love it:
Eric Carle Memory Game Magic features beloved characters, turning memory exercises into a visually delightful adventure that even parents enjoy getting lost in.

Zingo Bingo: Fun Language Development Game

Zingo Bingo is an award-winning game that transforms learning into a delightful experience for our little ones! As parents and educators, we know how crucial it is for kids ages 4 and up to develop their language and matching skills, and Zingo does just that through engaging, fast-paced play. With its easy-to-understand instructions and the excitement brought by the unique Zinger device, this game is perfect for enhancing literacy in a fun way that everyone in the family can enjoy. Plus, with the ability to accommodate up to 7 players, it’s just as popular in classrooms as it is at home! 4+ years
Why we love it:
Zingo Bingo features a unique Zinger device that keeps children engaged while they develop essential language skills—turning family game night into a mini literacy lesson.

Musical Animal Sounds Hayride Toy

The TOMY John Deere Animal Sounds Hayride Musical Tractor Toy is a delightful adventure for toddlers aged 12 months and up. This charming set not only includes lovable characters like a farmer and four adorable animals, but it also encourages imaginative play and musical exploration. As children press each animal into the tractor, they hear fun sounds that teach them about matching skills and animal recognition—all while singing along to 'Old McDonald Had a Farm.' It’s a fantastic way to blend playtime with learning, fostering their curiosity and creativity in a vibrant farming world. 12 months and up
Why we love it:
Musical Animal Sounds Hayride Toy features delightful animal characters that spark imaginative play while teaching kids about sounds and animal recognition—talk about a dynamic duo of fun and learning!

Sneaky, Snacky Squirrel Fun

The Sneaky, Snacky Squirrel Game and Board Book offers a delightful way for preschoolers and toddlers to enhance their learning while having fun! This engaging combo not only reinforces color recognition and matching skills but also fosters essential social-emotional skills like sharing and taking turns. It's the perfect unplugged activity for families to bond over while laying the groundwork for strategic thinking and fine motor development. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Sneaky, Snacky Squirrel Fun is a delightful game and board book combo that transforms learning into a family bonding experience, all while sneaking in valuable skills like sharing.

Animal Kingdom Card Game Adventure

Petit Collage Kids Card Game, Animal Kingdom is the perfect way to blend fun and learning for your family game night! This delightful twist on 'Go Fish' allows kids to enhance their matching skills while discovering fascinating facts about animals and their habitats. As we play together, we not only enjoy each other's company but also encourage critical thinking and teamwork. With its adorable illustrations and sturdy travel tin, it's an easy pick for our next adventure, whether at home or on the go! 4+ years
Why we love it:
Animal Kingdom Card Game Adventure features adorable illustrations, making learning about animals a blast while boosting essential skills during family game night.