Memory games are ideal for help children develop their skills with memory. Playing is learned more easily, and this type of game is a challenge to the concentration of the little ones. A great idea to help them develop their attention and stimulate their memory.
But if we also add a craft to the game, we will make it even more fun. The child will be learning from the first moment, with each action he takes to create this game he will be developing a skill. In addition, you will spend more time with your family, a fun and quality time creating games together and enjoying them shortly after.
Crafts are perfect to spend time with children, and now that we are on vacation and we have more free time, it is the ideal time to dedicate ourselves to them. Today we are going to see some ideas to make a memory game at homeWith very few materials you can make a unique and very special game, to enjoy the whole family together.
What is a memory game
A memory game is a game that stimulates visual memory, through cards that include different drawings in pairs. The game consists of placing all the cards face down, without showing the pictures after having mixed them well. In turns, two cards are raised, if they coincide they are removed and one more is raised, if the drawings are different, they are turned over again and the turn is changed.
In addition to memory, with this game concentration develops, since it is important to be aware of the cards that the other players raise. The game is won by the person who manages to withdraw the most pairs of cards, so pay attention to all the movements.
Memory game of colors
This idea is very simple and requires few materials, in a few minutes you will have it ready. You only need a sheet of foam in white and colored paints. You can use markers, although it is more advisable to use acrylic paint so that it does not rub off when touched. You will have to cut out as many cards as colors you have, the more you put in, the more complicated the game will be. Remember to make two cards for each color, if you want you can use the bone shape as in the image, or you can find the shape that you like the most at home.
Memory game with foam
Here you have another option to make your memory game using foam. In this case it has been cut into simple circles, then draw the shapes that you prefer. Animals, different flowers or types of fruits or any food.
Insect memory game
If your child has a special predilection for a specific topic, you can use it for this game, sure that this way he will like it even more. You can use cardboard, to make it more resistant, use some cardboard where you can paste the cardboard and have stronger cards. Then, you will only have to cut squares with the same measure and draw the chosen figure. In the game of the image insects have been used, but you can also put types of mammals, birds or the children's favorite animal.
Wooden memory game
If you like DIY and have a good hand with tools, you can make a set much more professional using a table plywood. This wood is very easy to handle, you can cut it with a hand saw or with a hacksaw. Do not forget to sand all the edges well, so that no dangerous splinters remain. Once you have all the necessary pieces, you will only have to draw the chosen figures.
Memory game with photos
Finally, we are going to see this very special idea. If you decide to make the memory game with wooden tiles, instead of painting pictures, you can put family photos. You just have to print the chosen photos on paper, taking two of all of them. Then cut to the necessary size and glue well on the wooden tiles. So that the photos are not damaged when touched, apply a coat of clear varnish.