From the manufacturer A Family Favourite For very young children
aged 18 months and over, the Orchard Toys Farmyard Heads & Tails
game is a simple matching activity which toddlers can enjoy on
their own or with other players. Featuring recognisable animals
and objects, these colourful and engaging illustrations help
teach children how things are alike and different as they reunite
each character or object with its missing half. FAMILIAR FACES:
Each game includes 12 matching pairs of colourful farmyard
characters and objects. EYE-CATCHING ILLUSTRATIONS: Enjoy
charming, child-friendly illustrations that appeal to all ages.
DEVELOP SKILLS: The simple matching game encourages observational
and memory skills whilst introducing young children to the idea
of turn-taking! QUALITY DESIGN: The large wipe-clean cards are
reassuringly robust and ideal for messy little hands. FUN FOR THE
WHOLE FAMILY: Toddlers can play independently or with up to 4
other players. TEACHER TESTED: These teacher-tested games provide
a fun and educational activity for young children at home or in
any nursery, preschool or early years environment. Enjoy lasting
replay value to suit kids of all age ranges. Younger children can
use it as a first matching activity, and as their ability and
confidence grow, the game can develop into a first memory game.
Farmyard Heads & Tails is a timeless classic to pass down the
generations. This high-quality, accessible and colourful game
will help children around the world learn through play for years
to come. Pairing Activity Children develop important cognitive
skills by engaging in activities that involve matching and
pairing. These tasks encourage them to observe and categorise
characteristics based on colour, shape, and size. Observational
and Social Skills Prompt children to say the words aloud as they
spot the different characters. Social skills are developed
through turn-taking, sharing, and communicating the differences
and similarities. Large Pieces Hand-eye coordination is the
ability to track the movement of the hands with the eyes. Our
game has large, sturdy pieces for children to grip easily,
promoting improved hand-eye coordination when matching the pairs.
Learning through Play Children will instantly recognise and love
the friendly animals featured in the Farmyard Heads & Tails game.
Featuring a goat, mouse, dog, rooster, tractor, duck, sheep,
horse, pig, cat, cow and even a farmer, little ones will brim
over with excitement matching their farmyard friends’ heads and
tails! Parents or teachers can quickly set up the matching
activity for toddlers by laying the cards out face up and letting
the children reunite the pairs. This game will grow with your
child as their skills, confidence, and interests develop. Once
your child has mastered the matching game, they can progress onto
the more challenging memory game. To play the more advanced
memory game, turn the cards picture side down and take turns
revealing the images. Reveal a pair and leave them face up. Pick
2 cards that don’t match, turn them face down again, and the next
player takes their turn. WHAT'S INCLUDED? Includes 24 chunky
cards featuring 12 farmyard pairs and 1 instruction leaflet.
About Us Orchard Toys have been making educational games and
jigsaws for over 50 years. With an ethos of 'learning made fun',
we ensure every game , jigsaw or colouring book we make strikes
the perfect balance between education and fun, getting that seal
of approval from parents, teachers and children alike. With a
reputation for quality and durability, we pride ourselves on
creating products that can withstand the wear and tear of little
hands, whether this is at home, away, in a childcare setting, or
in schools. COMMITMENT TO QUALITY We are passionate about
producing high-quality products with minimal impact on the
environment. All of our games and jigsaws are made from recycled
board and paper from sustainable sources. Designed with sturdy,
wipe-clean game and puzzle boards, our products will withstand
wear and tear and messy hands, ensuring they can be passed down
through generations. EXPLORE OUR RANGE Whether your child likes
dinosaurs or vehicles, fairy tales or farm life with over 150
games, jigsaws and colouring books Orchard Toys has the perfect
gift. Our toys help children learn essential skills, such as
counting and maths, phonics and spelling, colours and shapes, and
telling time. By ensuring every product we make meets the perfect
balance between education and fun, we continue to produce games,
jigsaws and colouring books that get the seal of approval from
teachers, parents and children! Throughout our 50-plus-year
history, many of our games and jigsaws have been recognised and
celebrated by industry professionals, parents, and children
alike. Our standout successes reinforce the quality and play
value of our range and the Orchard Toys brand.
Review: Excellent educational toy - Perfect for 1-3 year old's.
My daughter has been playing with these cards at nanny's since
she was 18 months. We bought some for our house as she loves
them. At £5 they are excellent quality and a brilliant size.
Thick sturdy, glossy card. Bright colours with age appropriate
fun designs. Great for co-ordinatation, fine motor skills,
recognition and cognitive development.
Review: Perfect for Young Children’s Learning and Fun - I’m
thrilled to give the Orchard Toys Farmyard Heads and Tails Game a
glowing five-star rating! This game has been an absolute hit with
my 2-year-old, providing hours of entertainment and learning. The
simplicity of the game is what makes it so perfect for young
children. The colorful and sturdy cards featuring adorable
farmyard animals are engaging and captivating for little ones. My
child loves matching the animal heads to their corresponding
tails, developing essential cognitive and matching skills in the
process. Additionally, the game encourages language development
as we talk about each animal, their sounds, and where they live
on the farm. It’s a fantastic educational tool disguised as a fun
game, and I appreciate the thoughtful design and attention to
detail by Orchard Toys. The quality of the cards is excellent,
with a durable construction that can withstand the rigors of
toddler play. The illustrations are charming and well-executed,
capturing the imagination of young children and sparking
conversations about the farmyard world. Overall, the Orchard Toys
Farmyard Heads and Tails Game is a standout product that deserves
all five stars. It’s engaging, educational, and most importantly,
incredibly enjoyable for young children. I highly recommend it to
any parent looking for a fun and enriching game for their little
ones.
