Concept Kids: Animals
- Designer Gaëtan Beaujannot , Alain Rivollet
- Publisher Repos Production , asmodee , Galápagos Jogos , Gém Klub Kft. , Rebel Sp. z o.o.
- Illustration Éric Azagury
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Concept Kids: Animals, players work together to guess animals by placing pawns on illustrated icons on the game board. Children indicate features of the animals without using words. With 110 animals in two difficulty levels, it promotes communication and animal knowledge in an age-appropriate, cooperative setting. The beautiful illustrations by Éric Azagury support the guessing process.
Who Is This Game For?
This game is designed for families and children aged 4 and up, supporting 2 to 12 players. With a playtime of about 20 minutes, it fits well into short gaming sessions. It is an easy-to-learn children's game with simple rules, ideal for preschoolers. No prior experience is needed since communication is done through icons.
How It Works
Players draw animal cards and try to guess them together by placing pawns on specific symbols on the board. Nonverbal communication is the key, embodying the Communication Limits mechanic. The cooperative game structure encourages teamwork and mutual understanding.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Gaëtan Beaujannot and Alain Rivollet, Concept Kids: Animals won the 2019 Deutscher Spiele Preis for Best Children's Game. It is a junior version of the well-known Concept game, adapted for young children who cannot read yet. The combination of communication limits and cooperative play makes it unique among children's games.
Awards
2019
- 2019 Boardgames Australia Awards Best Children's Game — Nominated
- 2019 Deutscher Spiele Preis Best Children's Game — Winner
- 2019 Lys Enfant — Finalist
- 2019 Palme de Bronze for Best Educational Game — Nominated
- 2019 Deutscher Kinderspielepreis — Winner
Pro
- Cooperative gameplay promotes teamwork
- Communication limits as an educational approach
- 110 animals with two difficulty levels
- Short playtime of about 20 minutes
Contra
- Not suitable for players under 4 years
- Designed mainly for short play sessions
- Limited to an animal theme
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game revolves around animals and their characteristics in a child-friendly, illustrated world. It teaches about 110 different animals in an entertaining way.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Start with the easier difficulty level and focus on carefully observing your teammates' nonverbal clues.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Concept Kids: Animals is designed for 2 to 12 players and requires teamwork.
How long does a game really take?
A game lasts about 20 minutes, making it suitable for short play sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
This is a children's game for preschoolers aged 4 and up, requiring no prior experience.
How does this compare to similar games?
Concept Kids: Animals is a junior version of Concept, specially adapted for children who cannot read yet, featuring cooperative and nonverbal gameplay.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it is specifically designed for families with children aged 4 and up, promoting communication and animal knowledge through play.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of communication limits and cooperative gameplay makes Concept Kids: Animals unique among children's games.
Fazit
Concept Kids: Animals is highly recommended for families with young children who want to promote animal knowledge and nonverbal communication through play. Its short playtime and simple rules make it ideal for kids from 4 years old.
