Best Card Games for Kids
Looking for card games that keep the kids entertained without turning the living room into a battlefield? These picks are fun, easy to learn, and perfect for family game nights. Trust me, we’ve tried them, and they’re a hit!
The Games
1. Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza
- Ages: 7+
- Players: 2–8
- Playtime: 10–15 minutes
This game is a whirlwind of fun! Players take turns saying “Taco, Cat, Goat, Cheese, Pizza” while placing matching cards. When the card matches the word, everyone slaps the pile. It’s fast, it’s loud, and it’s hilarious. My niece slapped my hand so hard, I thought I’d lost a finger. Perfect for those who love a little chaos with their cards.
2. Five Crowns
- Ages: 8+
- Players: 1–7
- Playtime: 30–45 minutes
Think rummy with a twist. Players aim to form sets and runs, but the twist is the changing wild card each round. It’s a game of strategy and luck. I’ve seen a kid win by holding onto a single card for three rounds — talk about patience! It’s a great game for those who like a bit of challenge.
3. Minecraft Explorers Card Game
- Ages: 8+
- Players: 1–4
- Playtime: 30 minutes
For Minecraft fans, this is a must-have. Players explore the blocky world, gather resources, and try to avoid monsters. It’s like the game comes to life in card form. My cousin built a “diamond sword” out of cards — his imagination is wild. A great way to bring the game into the real world.
4. Minecraft Explorers Card Game
- Ages: 8+
- Players: 3–6
- Playtime: 15 minutes
This game is all about speaking in single-syllable words. If you mess up, you get a bop on the head with the inflatable club. It’s silly, it’s fun, and it’s surprisingly educational. A great laugh for the whole family.
5. Hurry Up Chicken Butt
- Ages: 4+
- Players: 2-6
- Playtime: 2 minutes
Shake the chicken, reveal an activity, and perform it before passing it on. It’s quick, it’s goofy, and it’s perfect for kids who love to move. Think “cluck like a chicken” and “hop like a frog”. A great way to get the kids moving and laughing.
6. Minecraft Explorers Card Game
- Ages: 8+
- Players: 1–5
- Playtime: 15 minutes
A fast-paced version of Monopoly. Collect three property sets, but watch out for action cards that can change the game in an instant – I’ve seen someone who lost all of his properties in one turn—they were not pleased. It’s a great game for those who love a bit of strategy and luck.