DIY Toddler Matching Game

I love a good DIY project that I can do for my toddler! This one is perfect because it is easily customizable for your toddler’s interests! So – instead of doing shapes or numbers, I went the obvious route and did an Avengers matching game for him!

The thing I liked most about this one is that even though I am not super crafty, I was able to find some “minimalist” symbols that were MOSTLY easy for me to cut.

Here is what you need:

• Felt sheets (or construction paper)
  • I used felt because I wanted it to match these Felt Superhero Masks I made Little Ox #1
• Mod Podge or Glue
• Cardboard Box
• Paint
• Scissors

So easy! Also, the only thing I paid for was the felt sheets which were 20 cents a piece – everything else I had around the house. Plus even if it looks horrible – your toddler will still have fun!

Steps:

1. Decide on your theme.
   1. We chose Avengers
2. Cut your shapes, symbols, or numbers from your felt. I used a silver marker to trace first, and then I cut.
   1. You need to cut two of each so they will have a match for the game. It is also good to separate by color.
3. Use scissors or box cutter to cut 10 (or more) squares or rectangles from your box for your game pieces.
4. Glue symbols to the to cardboard pieces
5. Flip over the cardboard pieces and paint that side.
   1. I used color coordinated “A”‘s to make the game a little easier (since he is only 2)
6. Let dry and PLAY!