HABA 4985 – My First Games – Counting Fun

HABA My First Games – Counting Fun | Learn Numbers 1-10 | Toddler Game | Ages 2+

Farmer Tim needs help counting his playful baby animals! In HABA My First Games – Counting Fun, children aged 2 and up learn numbers from 1 to 10 while helping Farmer Tim feed the animals clover. This charming counting game for 2-4 players features large, easy-to-grip wooden pieces, a colorful puzzle-piece game board, and a friendly wooden farmer figure. Perfect for developing early math skills, number recognition, and fine motor coordination.

Game Features

• Learn to Count 1-10: Playfully introduces numbers and quantities from 1 to 10 through engaging gameplay.
• Large Wooden Pieces: Chunky, easy-to-grip wooden clover leaves and baby animal tokens—perfect for small hands.
• Farmer Tim Figure: Charming wooden farmer figure adds storytelling fun and character.
• Puzzle-Piece Game Board: Colorful farm scene made of 6 interlocking puzzle pieces—builds fine motor skills.
• Cooperative & Competitive Play: Work together to help Farmer Tim or compete to collect the most clover leaves.

How to Play

• Assemble the 6 puzzle pieces to create Farmer Tim's colorful pasture.
• Place the baby animal tokens and clover leaves on the game board.
• On your turn, roll the die to determine which animal to count or how many clover leaves to feed.
• Count the baby animals and feed them the matching number of clover leaves.
• Help Farmer Tim feed all the animals—when everyone works together, the farm is happy!

Game Variations

• Cooperative Counting: All players work together to feed all the baby animals before time runs out.
• Competitive Counting: Players race to be the first to collect a set number of clover leaves.
• Free Play: Let toddlers explore the pieces independently—stack, sort, and create farm stories.

Developmental Benefits

• Number Recognition & Counting: Learn numbers 1-10 through playful, hands-on activities.
• Fine Motor Skills: Handling wooden pieces, placing tokens, and assembling the puzzle board develop hand-eye coordination.
• Observation Skills: Finding and counting animals on the busy farm scene builds visual attention.
• Understanding Rules: Simple game mechanics introduce turn-taking, patience, and rule-following.
• Language Development: Naming animals, counting aloud, and describing actions expands vocabulary.
• Social Skills: Cooperative play teaches teamwork, sharing, and working toward a common goal.

What's Included

• 1 game board (6 interlocking puzzle pieces with farm scene)
• 1 Farmer Tim wooden figure
• 12 clover leaves (wooden, bright green)
• 12 baby animal tokens (colorful, sturdy cardboard)
• 1 color/number die
• 1 instruction booklet with game variations and free play ideas

Product Details

• Number of Players: 2 to 4 players
• Playing Time: Approximately 10 minutes
• Recommended Age: 2 to 4 years
• Materials: High-quality beechwood, sturdy cardboard
• Game Type: Counting game, cooperative game, learning game, puzzle game
• Authors: Markus Nikisch, Imke Krämer
• Languages: German, Dutch, English, Spanish, French, Italian

Safety Information

• Warning: Not suitable for children under 24 months.
• Contains small parts that could be swallowed—choking hazard.
• Adult supervision recommended for young children.
• All materials are non-toxic and child-safe.

Perfect For

• Toddler Development: Ideal first counting game for children aged 2 and up.
• Preschool & Kindergarten: Great for introducing numbers and counting in a playful, hands-on way.
• Farm Animal Lovers: Charming farm theme with adorable baby animals appeals to young children.
• Family Game Time: Short rounds perfect for busy families and short attention spans.
• Gift Giving: Wonderful birthday, holiday, or "just because" gift for toddlers and preschoolers.
• Classroom Use: Perfect for math centers, small group activities, or free play in preschool settings.

Why Families Love Counting Fun

• Trusted HABA Quality: Durable wooden and cardboard pieces built to withstand enthusiastic toddler play.
• Grows with Your Child: Simple counting for beginners, more complex challenges as skills develop.
• Multi-Sensory Learning: Combines visual, tactile, and auditory elements for effective learning.
• No Wrong Answers in Free Play: Open-ended play allows children to explore at their own pace.
• Encourages Family Bonding: Cooperative gameplay brings parents and children together.

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