{"title":"Language \u0026 Literacy Games","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\na {\n    text-decoration: none;\n    color: #464feb;\n}\ntr th, tr td {\n    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n}\ntr th {\n    background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur language and literacy games turn learning into an exciting adventure, helping children discover the joy of words and letters through play. Packed with colourful illustrations and engaging challenges, these games encourage young learners to practise key literacy skills in a way that feels fun and rewarding. Discover first phonics to word-building activities, there's something to support every stage of a child's journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to spark curiosity and encourage confidence, these games create plenty of opportunities for children to learn naturally as they play. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether enjoyed independently or with family and friends, they help reinforce classroom learning while keeping children entertained. By combining education with play, our language and literacy games help nurture strong communication skills and a lifelong love of reading and learning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"match-and-spell-game","title":"Match and Spell Game","description":"\u003cp\u003eMatch and Spell encourages letter recognition, teaches phonetic word building and promotes matching of pictures and words, from simple words like 'cat' to more complex four-letter words. There are two ways to play, and the game is designed for both guided and independent word building.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the first version of the game, players must match the letter cards to the letters shown on their board in the correct order to build a word. This is a simple matching game, which is a great way to introduce letter shapes and sounds. As children get more familiar with the letter sounds, they will progress to reading the words out loud. In the more challenging version of the game, players use the blank side of their boards and use the letter cards to build the word of the picture shown. These must be placed in the correct order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis game has been designed to introduce children to spelling a range of first words. It is not a full alphabet game and therefore does not include all letters of the alphabet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for children under 3 years due to small parts. Choking hazard.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 double-sided 3 letter word boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 double-sided 4 letter word boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e68 letter cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 instruction leaflet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Orchard Toys","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58155522621775,"sku":"004","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/3292\/8335\/files\/004_Match_and_Spell_REDESIGN.webp?v=1786532456"},{"product_id":"alphabet-lotto-game","title":"Alphabet Lotto Game","description":"\u003cp\u003eLearn the letters of the alphabet in this fun lotto game! Choose which side of the board you play on and try and be the first player to find all the cards that match the letters or pictures on your lotto board. There are 4 different ways to play: matching picture to picture, letter to picture, picture to letter or letter to letter! The different play styles develop with children's ability, from a simple picture matching lotto to more complex picture to letter matching - requiring children to think about the spelling of different words from their head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlphabet Lotto features bold, colourful illustrations of recognisable animals and objects which children will relate to. In every version of the game, children are encouraged to sound out the letters or words as they create them, developing their skills in phonics as well as alphabet and spelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for children under 3 years due to small parts. Choking hazard.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 lotto boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30 picture cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30 letter cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 instruction leaflet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orchard Toys","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58155539366223,"sku":"083","price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/3292\/8335\/files\/083_alphabet_lotto_early_letter_game_bc6bebd2-9336-4544-9d47-af9ded6aac58.webp?v=1783438564"},{"product_id":"match-and-spell-next-steps-game","title":"Match and Spell Next Steps Game","description":"\u003cp\u003eMatch and Spell Next Steps is the perfect progression from Orchard Toys’ bestselling, award-winning Match and Spell. Aimed at children aged 5 and over, the game helps to develop more advanced reading and spelling skills using both sounds and blends. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe game is played by building a variety of familiar and more advanced words, from ‘Moth’ to ‘Balloon’, with the help of colourful illustrations to identify words. Parents can use the sound and blend cards to encourage children to make the individual sounds as well as saying the entire word aloud. There are 18 words included in the game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce children become more confident, they can turn over the boards to use the blank side for a more challenging game. The game is finished once all the word boards have been completed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis colourful game is a great way to teach children about spelling and phonics in a fun and progressive way. For younger children aged 4 and over, try our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/match-and-spell-game\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMatch and Spell\u003c\/a\u003e first literacy game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: arial, sans-serif; color: #272727;\"\u003eNot suitable for children under 3 years due to small parts. 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There is one card for every letter of the alphabet. The flashcards include a wide range of simple and more complex words, from ‘Ant’ to ‘Umbrella’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlphabet Flashcards are incredibly versatile and can be used in a variety of different ways to develop children's literacy skills, from learning the letters of the alphabet to using the picture side to learn first words. The cards also feature a handy alphabet guide to help teach children the order of the alphabet and shapes of letters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 13.33px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNot suitable for children under 3 years due to small parts. 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ABC includes 41 fun letter stickers for each page and 26 letters to colour, learn and write!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur colouring books have been designed with education in mind, helping to improve hand eye co-ordination and encourage creativity with clear educational goals. Each of the books features bold, age-appropriate pictures of familiar Orchard Toys characters, plus fun step-by-step activities to reinforce early learning skills. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 13.33px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNot suitable for children under 3 years due to small parts. 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The double-sided boards offer fantastic repeat play value, ensuring this family favourite will be enjoyed again and again! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerfect for ages 4+, Alphabet Bingo supports early reading skills, turn-taking, and observation, all through playful, hands-on fun! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; line-height: 14.2667px; font-family: arial, sans-serif; color: #272727;\"\u003eNot suitable for children under 3 years due to small parts. 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