I rate toys using a 3 category system. I look at their entertainment value, durability, and creativity. Every toy needs to keep a child's attention, be able to stand up to their rough playing, and either promote their creativity or be used to play in creative ways. I'll start with a short review and then explain my reasons for the rating in detail.
We bought this for my 3-year-old daughter for Christmas, and it has been a big hit. Her and her 2-year-old brother beg to play it everyday when I get home from work. It is fun and colorful, and helps to teach them how to be patient and take turns as well as how to have fun, even if you don't finish first.
ENTERTAINMENT:
Candy land is simple enough for a 2-year old to figure out, and fun enough not to make the parents who have to play with them completely miserable. It brings back memories from my childhood, so I have a lot of fun playing as well.
My daughter loves counting the colors, and she loves narrating her path and telling stories about how she met Queen Frostine on her way to King Candy's castle. My son loves drawing the cards and moving his piece along the path.
DURABILTY:
The board is very sturdy, but the cards get pretty messed up pretty quick. My son has already crumpled up the cupcake card, so we know when that one is coming in the stack. There is a version of this game that has a spinner instead of cards, which they got from my brother for Christmas (what a coincidence), but my kids enjoy picking a card more than using the spinner.
CREATIVITY:
My daughter gets pretty creative telling stories about the Candy Land characters, but the best part about this game is that it teaches kids how to be patient and wait for their turn in a creative way.
My kids are pretty patient for being toddlers, but they are still toddlers. When they want something, they want it, and they usually aren't willing to wait for their turn. But within a few minutes of playing, they were remarkably good at taking turns. They cheered each other on, even if the other one just passed them up. They loved every minute of it.
Outside of game play, I have noticed them taking turns with toys and not fighting as much. They still fight, just not as much. They share their toys a lot better. I didn't expect that to happen. I don't think people really think that a board game would be able to teach kids life lessons, but its surprising how they carry the little things into their everyday interactions.
In conclusion, this is a great way to introduce children to board games and teach them patience and good sportsmanship. Its a must have for young children.
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Candy Land Kingdom of Sweet Adventures Board Game
If you loved playing the Candy Land board game when you were a child, you can share the experience with your loved ones and start down the "magical" road to sweet surprises! This adorable version of the classic Candy Land game features gingerbread men as movers, colored cards, and fun illustrations that kids love, with different destinations like Cookie Commons and the chunky Chocolate Mountain. Players choose their cards, move their pawns, and let their imaginations soar as they make their way to the castle to win! For 2 to 4 players.
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CLASSIC BEGINNER GAMEDo you remember playing Candy Land when you were a kid? Introduce new generations to this sweet kids' board game |
NO READING REQUIRED TO PLAYFor kids ages 3 and up, Candy Land can be a great game for kids who haven't learned how to read yet |
GREAT GAME FOR LITTLE ONESThe Candy Land board game features colored cards, sweet destinations, and fun illustrations that kids love |
RACE TO THE CASTLEPlayers encounter all kinds of "delicious" surprises as they move their cute gingerbread man pawn around the path in a race to the castle. |
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Definitely a baby's first
Intended to introduce our toddler to board games and as adult its definitely for them.
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No necesitan leer. Ideal para enseñar a jugar juegos de mesa
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