1,2,3: kennst du uns?
- Designer Ingrid Graichen
- Publisher VEB Druckwerke Reichenbach
- Illustration Ingrid Graichen
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The game includes 11 animal groups, each with three cards marked with one to three dots. Players take turns finding matching animals with the correct dot number, naming them aloud and placing cards face up. There are three game variants ranging from simple matching to a Black Peter style game. The goal is to be the first to play all cards or collect the most trios.
Who Is This Game For?
1,2,3: kennst du uns? is a family-friendly game aimed at children aged 4 and up, with easy rules and a short duration of about 15 minutes. It requires no prior experience and is suitable for parents who want to teach animal names and pattern recognition through play.
How It Works
Cards are shuffled and either dealt or placed in a draw pile. Players manage their hand to find and lay down matching animal cards based on dot patterns, while calling out the animal names. Core mechanics include Hand Management, Matching, and Pattern Recognition. Depending on the variant, the winner is the first to empty their hand or the one with the most sets.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Ingrid Graichen and published in East Germany in 1972, this children's game combines simple hand management and pattern recognition mechanics. It is part of the 'Animals: Cats' family and offers multiple variants to gradually increase difficulty, making it accessible and educational for young players.
Pro
- Encourages pattern recognition and hand management for children
- Short playtime of about 15 minutes suitable for young players
- Multiple game variants for different skill levels
- Simple rules accessible to preschoolers
Contra
- Supports only 2 to 4 players
- No solo mode available
- Too simple for experienced gamers
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game features an animal theme focusing on groups of cats and was developed as a children's game in East Germany (DDR). It encourages learning animal names and observation skills.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on carefully observing the animal cards and recognizing patterns to quickly play matching cards.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, 1,2,3: kennst du uns? is designed for 2 to 4 players.
How long does a game really take?
A game lasts about 15 minutes, making it ideal for short play sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
The game is very simple and suitable for children aged 4 and up without prior experience.
How does this compare to similar games?
It combines simple hand management and pattern recognition mechanics tailored for children, with three variants included.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it is a children's game with low complexity and short duration, perfect for families.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of Hand Management, Matching, and Pattern Recognition makes it an educational game for kids.
Fazit
1,2,3: kennst du uns? is recommended for families with young children who want a short, educational game to practice animal recognition and matching. Its simple rules and game length make it a great introduction to gaming.
