HABA My First Games – Shopping

HABA My First Games – Shopping | Market Stall Game with Wooden Coins | Ages 2+

Let's go to the market! HABA My First Games – Shopping invites toddlers to explore the world of grocery shopping, money, and role-play. With a colorful 3D market stall, 12 wooden coins, 4 shopping lists, and 16 goods tiles, children learn to match items, count, and understand basic transactions. Perfect for 1-4 players aged 2 and up, this cooperative game grows with your child—from free play to rule-based gameplay.

Game Features

• 3D Market Stall: Beautifully designed market stall with insert backdrop creates an immersive shopping experience.
• 12 Wooden Coins: Chunky, easy-to-handle coins in crown and star shapes for realistic pretend play.
• Shopping Lists: 4 colorful shopping lists help children practice matching and following instructions.
• 16 Goods Tiles: Bread rolls, cheese, strawberries, socks, and more—realistic items children recognize.
• Two Play Modes: Rule-based cooperative game OR free play for imaginative role-playing.

How to Play (Cooperative Mode)

• Set up the market stall and place goods tiles on display.
• Each player receives a shopping list with 4 items to buy.
• Roll the die to determine which stall to visit next.
• Find the matching item, "pay" with wooden coins, and add it to your basket.
• Work together to complete all shopping lists before the market closes!

Developmental Benefits

• Early Math Skills: Introduces counting, quantities, and basic money concepts.
• Matching & Categorization: Finding items on shopping lists strengthens visual discrimination.
• Language Development: Naming foods, describing items, and role-playing builds vocabulary.
• Social Skills: Cooperative play teaches teamwork, turn-taking, and sharing.
• Imagination & Role-Play: Free play mode encourages creative storytelling.
• Fine Motor Skills: Handling coins and placing goods develops hand-eye coordination.

What's Included

• 1 market stall (box base with insert, game board, and insert backdrop)
• 8 small crown coins (wooden)
• 4 large star coins (wooden)
• 4 HABA banknotes
• 16 goods tiles in 4 categories (food, clothing, etc.)
• 4 shopping lists
• 1 color die
• 1 instruction booklet with game variations

Product Details

• Number of Players: 1 to 4 players
• Playing Time: 10-15 minutes
• Recommended Age: 2 to 10 years
• Materials: Wood, sturdy cardboard
• Game Type: Cooperative game, role-playing game, learning game
• Languages: German, English, French, Italian, Dutch, Spanish

Safety Information

• Warning: Not suitable for children under 3 years.
• Contains small parts that could be swallowed—choking hazard.
• Adult supervision recommended for young children.

Perfect For

• Pretend Play Lovers: Children who enjoy playing "grocery store" will love the realistic setup.
• First Board Game: Simple rules make this an ideal introduction to board games.
• Preschool Learning: Great for practicing matching, counting, and cooperative skills.
• Family Game Time: Engaging for toddlers and older siblings alike.
• Gift Giving: Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or preschool graduations.

Keywords

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