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The 20 Best Card Games for Kids

Easy card games for some classic family fun

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Family game night is about to get far more fun. To encourage slightly less screen time (tough, we know), treat your kiddos to an entertaining card game everyone will love. They're an inexpensive way to encourage memory skills, critical thinking, and, best of all, quality time.

From the time a little one reaches toddler age, card games can be highly beneficial for educational play, whether it's building strategy skills or teaching kids how to be a graceful winner and a good sport loser. And for parents, a good card game can be a blessing on rainy days and road trips, too.

To kick-start a fun family game night tradition, scroll on for the best card games for kids of all ages, from toddler to tween.

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Build your perfect taco or burrito in this surprisingly strategic game.

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Be the first to spot the image that appears on both cards to win.

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These cards can also be used to play other games such as Go Fish and Old Maid.

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Take this classic game on the go with all the same mystery and fun.

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Groups of up to 10 players can enjoy this classic game together.

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Create your own creature combinations with The Muddles.

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Get rid of all your cards first, but look out for the deer in headlights!

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Craft the funniest sentence to impress the judge.

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Collect sushi rolls and rack up points to become the sushi master.

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Collect gemstones with this beautiful deck of cards from National Geographic.

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Number of Players: 2-4 |Duration: 10-15 minutes |Recommended Age: 7 years and up

What We Like

• Hilarious cards and drawings

• Quick gameplay—can be played over and over again

• Expansion packs available for extended play

What We Don't Like

• Some cards may be unsuitable for younger kids

This surprisingly strategic card game was created by a 7-year-old, but it makes for tons of fun for the whole family. Each player builds a taco or burrito with the ingredients on their cards. Reduce the value of the meal with a tummy ache card or increase it with some hot sauce. Don't have the card you need? Play an action card to take cards from other players or the trash pile until you have your ideal hand. Once everyone is out of cards, the player with the most points on their taco or burrito wins in this quick but hilarious card game.

Number of Players: 2-5 |Duration: 10 minutes |Recommended Age: 4 years and up

What We Like

• Five variations of gameplay

• Quick to learn

• Fast-paced
  

What We Don't Like

• Can get repetitive after a while

This visual game tests young one's observational skills and requires lightning-fast reflexes. Each turn, two cards are turned over with one picture in common between them. The first player to identify the matching picture that appears on both cards wins that round and the gameplay continues. Players of all ages will love this fast-paced and easy to learn game. Once your little ones grow older, switch over to classic Spot It! for a new challenge.

Number of Players: 2-6 |Duration: Not listed |Recommended Age: 3 years and up

What We Like

• Vivid pictures

• No reading required

• Doubles as deck for Old Maid or Go Fish

What We Don't Like

• A bit overpriced compared to competitors

Pet lovers will adore this memory game that's fun for the whole family. You don't have to be able to read or count to play—it's all about how well you can remember. The set contains 50 cards featuring adorable pets like kittens, puppies and hamsters. There are two of each, and the goal is to find and match them when they're turned over and mixed up. The player with the most matches wins. While the pets can be easily identified through the sweet photographs, the word for each is also printed on the card, which is a great way to introduce early learning skills too while you're having fun.

Number of Players: 3-4 |Duration: 15 minutes |Recommended Age: 8 years and up

What We Like

• Less pieces than classic Clue

• Same strategy required as original

• Portable

What We Don't Like

• Instructions can be unclear at first

The classic mystery board game has fun new twists in this portable card version. The Clue Card Game challenges players to gather information and eliminate suspects through evidence cards and case files. Players ask questions and make accusations to guess the culprit. The player who guesses correctly who committed the crime, where it was committed, and with what weapon wins the game.

Number of Players: 2-10 |Duration: Not listed |Recommended Age: 7 years and up

What We Like

• Suitable for various ages

• Easy to follow directions

• Energetic and fast-paced

What We Don't Like

• Cards can become flimsy after repeated use

Uno is the perfect example of a card game that kids will love and reach for until they are adults. The rules are simple to grasp and follow the same flow as the classic card game Crazy Eights. Players place the same color or number cards on the pile, aiming to get rid of all of their cards first. However, wild cards keep players on their toes and keep the game exciting and fast-paced. Just don't forget to yell "Uno!" when you have one card left.

Number of Players: 2-4 |Duration: 20 minutes |Recommended Age: 6 years and up

What We Like

• Comes with a picture book

• Adorable and wacky illustrations

• Can help teach sounds and letters

What We Don't Like

• Can be too difficult for some kids

This curious and creative card game questions what kinds of species are possible when combining creatures together. Kids create different "muddles" throughout the game to earn points. For example, a pig and a frog become a "pog." The more rare your muddle is, the more points you will get, and the closer you are to winning. Another great feature of this game is that it comes with an illustrated picture book to read after playing.

Number of Players: 2 or more |Duration: Not listed |Recommended Age: 8 years and up

What We Like

• Suitable for the whole family

• Not much strategy required

• No complicated setup

What We Don't Like

• Difficult to remember all of the rules at first

Bring the whole family together to play Deer in the Headlights, where the objective is to discard all of your cards first. Roll a "car" and discard cards to other players, but look out for the deer in headlights: They can force you to lose a turn, freeze you out of the game, or cut down on your discards. Each box comes with custom cards, a score pad, and two wooden dice.

Number of Players: 3 or more |Duration: Not listed |Recommended Age: 8 years and up

What We Like

• Laughter ensues

• Fun for the whole family

What We Don't Like

• Some cards are not appropriate for younger players

From What Do You Meme? comes Grounded for Life aimed at families for hours of fun. Players combine one blue card with one red card to create the most hilarious sentence possible. Everyone takes turn being the judge and picking the funniest concoction. Whoever is deemed the funniest gets a point, and the player with the most points at the end wins. To ensure a laugh, play to the judge's sense of humor.

Number of Players: 2-5 |Duration: 15 minutes |Recommended Age: 8 years and up

What We Like

• Easy to understand

• Adorable design

• Fast paced

What We Don't Like

• Small deck can make the game go by quickly

In this high-speed card game, the goal is to create the best combination of sushi dishes while mixing and matching ingredients on your cards as they whiz by. All players choose a card at the same time, then pass their hands to the left until all cards are dealt. You can score points by making maki rolls or collecting a full set of sashimi. The player with the most points becomes the sushi master. Add on expansion packs for more small plates to collect and earn points with.

Number of Players: Not listed |Duration: Not listed |Recommended Age: Not listed

What We Like

• Multiple games possible

• Educational

• Gemstones add extra element

• Trading game

What We Don't Like

• No specific game included

Play all of your favorite classic card games with this deck from National Geographic that is anything but ordinary. Each card features a different gem or mineral along with fun facts about that stone to learn more about the world around you. Also, this set comes with 75 genuine gemstone specimens to trade, identify, and collect. Kids will love matching their new gems to the ones on the cards in between rounds of Go Fish and Gin Rummy.

Number of Players: 2-5 |Duration: 15 Minutes |Recommended Age: 8 years and up

What We Like

• Simple rules

• Suitable for various ages

• Unique concept

What We Don't Like

• Can become repetitive after multiple rounds

Don't let these optical illusions fool you. Illusion from Pandasaurus Games is a fun, lightweight game designed to play tricks on your eyes. Players need to arrange their cards based on how much of a certain color is showing. However, the visual illusions on the cards make it difficult to tell what is real and what is fake. On your turn, you can add a new card the arrangement or call out another player who you think made a mistake.

Number of Players: 2-6 |Duration: 5-30 minutes |Recommended Age: 8 years and up

What We Like

• Portable

• Instructions are simple to follow

• Fast-paced

What We Don't Like

• Constantly changing rules may be difficult for young ones to follow

The beloved card game Fluxx starts simply: Draw one card and play one card. Each player starts with three cards and follows the directions on each card they draw, which means the rules of the game are constantly changing with each turn. The rules of the game may change how many cards are drawn or how many you hold at the end of your turn. Follow all the rules to reach the finish line in this family friendly game.

Number of Players: 2-4 |Duration: Not listed |Recommended Age: 7 years and up

What We Like

• Portable

• Perfect for passing time on road trips

• Suitable for various ages

What We Don't Like

• May be more difficult when traveling through remote regions

Road trips can be a headache, so why not keep the family entertained with some old-school travel fun—a scavenger hunt! Fifty-four question cards have you looking for license plates with the letter Z, a home with clothes hanging outside, and much more. This Amazon best-seller has tons of rave reviews from parents who said this helped burn through the miles while keeping kids (and parents) distracted throughout traffic and endless roads.

Number of Players: 2-5 |Duration: 15 minutes |Recommended Age: 8 years and up

What We Like

• Each gameplay is different

• Fast-paced

• Less pieces than traditional Monopoly

What We Don't Like

• Can be difficult to grasp at first

If your family has a bit of a competitive streak, they'll flip for the card version of the classic board game Monopoly. Unlike the board game, each game only takes around 10-15 minutes, so you can play as many rounds as you like without going into the wee hours of the night. The objective is the same—buy real estate and collect money—but you'll have to be smart while you build your empire.

Number of Players: Not listed |Duration: 10-15 minutes |Recommended Age: 18 months and up

What We Like

• Suitable for young toddlers

• Easy to follow

• Educational

What We Don't Like

• Kids will need adults' help to play

For the youngest card sharks, this Roll & Play game is a hit. Included are one plush, a colorful cube, and 48 game cards. Players roll the cube, then choose a card that matches the color to find out which activity they will have to perform. The cards fall into one of six categories, each of which promotes a specific area of learning, including emotions, body parts, animals sounds, counting, colors and actions. The actions are simple and fun, such as "Moo like a cow" or "Find something blue."

Number of Players: 2-7 |Duration: 12 minutes |Recommended Age: 6 years and up

What We Like

• Easy to learn

• Helpful for learning numbers

• Quick playtime

What We Don't Like

• Cards can be flimsy

This fast-paced, fun card game is designed for ages 6 and up, but it's as much fun for the kids as it is for mom and dad. It's somewhat of a cross between the classic card games War and Slap Jack. Players take turns laying down cards in the middle until a "Smack It" card is overturned. That's when the smacking begins, and the one with the fastest hand wins. "Challenge Cards" also throw a twist into things. Customers say this game is fun, simple, and a great addition to game night.

Number of Players: 2-6 |Duration: 20-40 minutes |Recommended Age: 8 years and up

What We Like

• Cute and hilarious illustrations

• Suitable for various ages

• Portable

What We Don't Like

• Reviewers found it was not suitable for 2 players

The goal of this hilarious game is simple: become the Goat Lord. To do this, you stack pairs of matching goats with varying point values to build your goatherd. But, there are opportunities to attack, magical flower goatees, atomic goats, cards that give you magical goat powers, and more crazy twists. The first one to 1,000 points wins. The game promises much whooping, shrieking, and general goat good times. While there may be a little ramp-up time, once everyone learns the rules, there's nothing but fun to be had.

Number of Players: 2-6 |Duration: Not listed |Recommended Age: 5 years and up

What We Like

• Non-competitive

• Designed to spark meaningful conversation

• Suitable for kids and adults

What We Don't Like

• No game elements

When you've got nothing but miles ahead of you, this fun Pocket Ungame can make the miles pass more quickly. It's just the thing to get everyone to unplug and interact to make those fun memories family vacations are all about. There are no winners, it's all about answering intriguing questions, such as "Who do you look up to most in your family?" and "What is the proudest moment of your life?" Kids will surprise you with their fascinating answers, and they'll probably find yours interesting as well.

Number of Players: 2-4 |Duration: 10 minutes |Recommended Age: 8 years and up

What We Like

• Can combine decks to accommodate more players

• Quick gameplay

• Lots of possibilities for replay

What We Don't Like

• Can take multiple rounds to develop strategy

If you're up for a challenge, this Scrimish strategy card game delivers. Two decks of cards are included, each of which contains 50 cards so that multiple people can play. The goal: Uncover and attack the other players' Crown Card. To outsmart other players, it takes strategy and memory skills. Customers say the game is easy to learn and great fun. It's comparable to a card version of the board game Stratego.

Number of Players: 2 or more |Duration: Varies by game |Recommended Age: 3 years and up

What We Like

• Six games in one

• Affordable

What We Don't Like

• Small size may be difficult for older kids/ adults to use

When you want to go old school and back to the basics of fun, this set from Hoyle will take you there. It comes with six decks of themed cards to play classics like Go Fish, Memory, Old Maid, Crazy Eights and more. Keep a deck or two in the car for road trips and you'll always be prepared.

Recommended Age

Even though every little one thinks they're a big kid, glance at the age rating on the card game you're considering to make sure it's an appropriate fit. If you age up too much, the kiddos could become disinterested or discouraged by complex rules or above-their-heads topics. Imagine the disappointment they'll have when they realize you gifted them something they don't understand. On the flip side, keep in mind that older kids might want more of a challenge and could fall easily bored with games that feel too young.

Educational Value

Find the delicate balance of fun and education in your kiddo's card games, so they can become more confident in reading, counting, and strategy—all while having a blast. Memory card games or games with a mystery element are excellent examples of activities that keep little minds moving. Best of all, they'll be having such a great time playing, they won't even notice they're learning. Win/win.

Multiple Players

One-on-one time with a kid and a card game is something special, no doubt about that. But playing with one or more additional players further develops social play, healthy competition, and teamwork. Just be cautious that all players fit within the age range specified in the user guide.

This article was written by Julia Fields, a lifestyle writer for The Spruce covering all things surrounding toys, gifts, and the holidays. She's also covered similar topics in other roles, including toy reviews, product roundups, interviews with expert-focused articles, and more. Additional research was done by Megan McCarty, a writer for The Spruce and MyDomaine with more than 13 years of experience in both print and digital media. She regularly contributes to design-focused outlets such as Architectural Digest, Domino, House & Home, and Hunker.

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