HABA My Very First Games: First Orchard (4655) – Cooperative Toddler Board Game

Bring the joy of the harvest to your living room with HABA’s First Orchard, a specially designed cooperative game tailored for toddlers. Part of the renowned "My Very First Games" series, this title simplifies the classic Orchard gameplay for children as young as two. It serves as the perfect introduction to the world of rule-based play, fostering teamwork and collective achievement rather than individual competition.

Key Benefits

Fosters Teamwork:** As a cooperative game, all players work together to harvest the fruit before the pesky raven reaches the orchard gate. This builds early social bonds and teaches children how to win or lose as a team.

Develops Fine Motor Skills:** The game features large, chunky wooden fruit pieces specifically designed for small hands to grasp, hold, and place into the harvest baskets.

Color & Shape Recognition:** By rolling the large wooden die and matching colors to the corresponding fruits on the trees, toddlers sharpen their visual recognition and naming skills.

Early Rule Following:** With simple instructions and a quick play time, it introduces the concept of taking turns and following a sequence without overwhelming young minds.

Premium German Quality:** Crafted with durable, sustainable materials, the wooden components are designed to withstand years of enthusiastic play and are safe for young children.

Key Specs

Recommended Age:** 2 years and up.

Player Count:** 1 to 4 players.

Play Duration:** Approximately 10 minutes per round.

Materials:** High-quality solid wood and thick, laminated cardboard.

Included Components:** Large wooden fruits (apples, pears, plums, cherries), a wicker-style basket, a large wooden die, and raven path tiles.

How to Use

1. **Setup:** Place the four fruit trees in the center and arrange the corresponding wooden fruits on them. Place the raven at the start of the path leading to the orchard.

2. **Rolling the Die:** Players take turns rolling the oversized, easy-to-grip wooden die.

3. **Harvesting:** If the die shows a color (red, yellow, green, or blue), the player picks a matching fruit and places it in the basket. If the basket icon appears, the player can choose any fruit to harvest.

4. **The Raven:** If the die lands on the raven icon, the raven moves one step closer to the orchard.

5. **Winning:** The group wins if all the fruit is safely harvested into the basket before the raven reaches the end of the path.

Care & Safety

Storage:** Always store wooden components in the provided box in a dry place to prevent warping or damage.

Cleaning:** Wipe wooden pieces with a slightly damp cloth if they become soiled; do not submerge in water or use harsh cleaning agents.

Safety:** While pieces are designed to be large, always supervise young children during play to ensure a safe experience.

Notes

This authentic German-designed educational tool is a global favorite for early childhood development, often recognized by its original title, "Erster Obstgarten."