If your kids love adorable animals, colorful cards, and a little friendly competition, A LOTTA AXOLOTLS, by Messy Table Games, might be just the game for you! This quick and easy-to-learn card game is all about matching axolotls and collecting as many of these cute little amphibians as possible.
1. Matching and Pattern Recognition
Players must look carefully at the Collection Cards and find Axolotl Cards that match the colors and images still needed to complete each collection. This encourages visual discrimination, pattern recognition, and attention to detail.
2. Counting and Math Skills
Completing collections provides natural opportunities to practice counting. Since Collection Cards are worth points based on the number of axolotls pictured, players can also practice adding up their scores at the end of the game.
Younger children can work on counting the axolotls, while older children can practice addition and comparing totals to determine who collected the most.
3. Strategic Thinking and Decision-Making
Players have choices about which cards to play and which collections to work toward. Should you play several matching cards now? Which collection is worth completing? Could another player claim it before your next turn?
These little decisions encourage players to think ahead, consider their options, and make strategic choices.
4. Focus and Visual Processing
The game requires players to pay attention to the cards on the table and quickly identify matching colors and images.
Whether you're looking for a quick family game, an easy game to take along on the go, or a fun addition to your gameschooling collection, A Lotta Axolotls is a cute little game with plenty of learning opportunities!
Game Details
- Designer: Eric Olsen
- Publisher: Messy Table Games
- Players: 2+
- Playing Time: Approximately 5–15 minutes
- Recommended Age: 6+
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