Searching for a great game for a 4 year old? Don’t look hard. There are some oldies, but goodies out there and some sure-to-be new great favorite games too.

Candyland

Candyland is the perfect introduction to classic board games. It is a race to the finish along the rainbow colored path. Race along through the gumdrop forest, past the gingerbread house, to the Candy Castle. The first one to the finish wins the game. Don’t get stuck in the muddy swamp along the way! Hasbro also has an updated version of the classic Candy Land theme–the Candy Land Castle Game. This game takes on a new twist in this 3D version. Children will love sorting shapes and matching colors with the gingerbread shaped game boards.

How about classic card games? Go Fish is a family favorite. These cards by eeBoo are colorful, cute, and in the shape of colorful fish. Lots of fun for small hands! How about Old Maid? Do you remember the first time you didn’t get stuck at the end of the game with the old maid in your hand?

Get Up and Go Puppy Pursuit Games by Melissa and Doug is fun for all. Kids love hide and seek games. Finding plush puppies is more fun than ever. Follow the clues like “Look for me in the corner” to find the missing puppies in this egg-hunt type game. With Easter right around the corner, you can’t go wrong with this game!