The Best Card Games for Little Kids!
Our family can’t get enough of card games! They’re our go-to for a quick round of fun after dinner when a board game feels like too much. We always toss a few into our travel bag, and they’re lifesavers trying to keep the kids entertained while we wait for food at restaurants.
The best thing about card games? They’re perfect for all ages—even the littlest players can get in on the action. With games designed for kids as young as three, everyone can join the fun! Just be sure to have a playing card holder for their little hands, and you’re ready to go.
We’ve rounded up our favorite card games for young kids, from preschoolers to early elementary. Ready to start the fun? Let’s deal ‘em out and play!
See our favorite board games for kids of all ages in our Family Game Night Hub.
The Sneaky, Snacky Squirrel Card Game
A favorite first board game for kids, now in a card game version! Stack, slap, and win in this quick and fun color-matching game for preschoolers. Race to collect the most acorn cards to win! It’s a great way to boost color recognition, matching, sorting, and strategic thinking skills.
Disney Eye Found It! Card Game
One of our go-to games for on-the-go fun! Players take turns drawing cards and racing to find hidden treasures within one of the twelve Disney worlds. Be the first to discard your hand to win!
It’s quick to learn, and fast to play, so a good one if you have a child with a short attention span.
Uno Junior
A kid-friendly twist on the classic card game everyone loves! Uno Junior is made just for little ones—cute animals and numbers make it easy for even non-readers to jump right in.
With three levels of play that grow with your child, there’s always a new way to play. But no matter which level you’re on, don’t forget to shout, “Uno!”
Go Fish! Card Game
Dive into this kid-friendly twist on the classic matching game! With fun, fish-shaped cards in bright colors, Go Fish! is even more exciting. Gather pairs, ask, “Got any fish?” and see who can reel in the most matches.
Slapburger
Ready, set, SLAP!
Slapburger is a quick and crazy card game where everyone races to build the ultimate burger stack! Lay down cards one by one, and be the first to slap the pile when you see a SlapBurger Card, Double Decker, or Sandwich.
The last player with all the cards takes the win!
Skip-Bo Junior Card Game
Get ready to bring the fun of Skip-Bo to the kiddos! Skip-Bo Junior is all about cute, kid-friendly graphics and easy rules, so little ones can jump right in. Players use a bit of strategy and number smarts to stack their cards in order—clear your pile first, and you win!
Guess Who? Card Game
It’s a card game twist on the classic mystery game! Set up your face cards, choose a secret character, and take turns asking yes or no questions to figure out each other’s Mystery Character.
Think you’ve solved it? Make your guess! Get it right, and you win—guess wrong, and you lose.
Spot It! Classic Card Game
Get ready for fast-paced matching fun with Spot It! Race to find matching symbols on any two of the 55 colorful cards. With five mini-games and simple rules, one deck brings endless fun!
Perfect for quick bursts of play, Spot It! keeps everyone in on the action since it’s always their turn!
Rat-a-Tat Cat
A purr-fectly fun game of sneaky swaps and clever moves! Players aim to collect the lowest score by getting rid of high-value “rat” cards and keeping the low-value “cats.” Peek, swap, and draw as you play your way to a winning hand!
This game helps little ones sharpen strategy, practice math skills, and master the art of a good poker face.
Taco vs. Burrito
It’s a tasty showdown in Taco vs. Burrito! Players build their taco or burrito by drawing surprise ingredients—some delicious and others downright bizarre—to create the wildest combo possible. Watch out for action cards that let you add twists, steal ingredients, or even spoil someone’s dish!
It’s easy to learn, quick to play, and full of laughs!
Avocado Smash
You’ll have a smashing good time with Avocado Smash! Take turns flipping cards and counting aloud—but stay sharp! When two cards match, or the card shouts “SMASH!” it’s a race to slap the pile before anyone else.
Do you have quick reflexes?
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