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Orchard Toys Farmyard Heads and Tails Game, Memory & Matching Pairs Card Game, Educational Games and Toys for Toddler and Preschool, 18-Month-Old and Up

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  • FARMYARD FUN: An award-winning farmyard matching game in which children learn how things are alike and different. Simply match all the character's heads with their tails to win.
  • AGE APPROPRIATE: A family favourite, each large and colourful character card is instantly recognisable. The perfect memory card game or matching activity for children aged 18 months and up. For 1 to 4 players.
  • SUSTAINABLE: Crafted from durable, recycled board and manufactured to exceptionally high standards to withstand the wear and tear of little hands. Game pieces are wipe clean, ensuring they’re always ready for the next playtime.
  • DEVELOP SKILLS: Our matching pairs game delivers the perfect balance of educational benefits and play. It encourages observational and memory skills and hand-eye coordination whilst introducing the concept of taking turns.
  • FRIENDLY FARM ANIMALS: 12 familiar characters and objects are split over 24 cards in this toddler matching game. The illustrated cards depict a cow, chicken, goat, duck, tractor, pig and farmer.
  • MEMORY GAMES FOR KIDS: The simple matching activity can be adapted into a memory game as the child grows in confidence and ability. When they're ready, try turning all the cards face down and flipping them up one by one to find the pairs.
  • ORCHARD TOYS: We've been making educational games and jigsaw puzzles for kids for over 50 years. Trusted by parents, schools, and childcare settings, our high quality products will stand the test of time for generations to come.

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Product Dimensions ‎19.3 x 5.08 x 14.22 cm; 0.4 g
Manufacturer recommended age ‎18 months - 6 years
Item model number ‎102003
Educational Objective(s) ‎Develops hand-eye coordination skills, Develops matching skills, Develops observation skills, Encourages discussion
Language: ‎English
Number of Game Players ‎1
Number of pieces ‎24
Assembly Required ‎No
Batteries Required? ‎No
Batteries included? ‎No
Material Type(s) ‎Cardboard
Material Composition ‎100% cardboard
Material Care Instructions ‎Wipe clean only
Remote Control Included? ‎No
Colour ‎Multicolor
Release date ‎4 Oct. 2019
ASIN ‎B010FJE9I4

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4.7 out of 5 stars (7,514)

4.7 out of 5 stars
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Date First Available 26 Jun. 2015

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Orchard Toys Farmyard Heads & Tails Game - Match farmyard characters' heads and tails to win!

A Family Favourite

For very young children aged 18 months and over, the Orchard Toys Farmyard Heads & Tails game is a simple matching activity which toddlers can enjoy on their own or with other players. Featuring recognisable animals and objects, these colourful and engaging illustrations help teach children how things are alike and different as they reunite each character or object with its missing half.

  • FAMILIAR FACES: Each game includes 12 matching pairs of colourful farmyard characters and objects.
  • EYE-CATCHING ILLUSTRATIONS: Enjoy charming, child-friendly illustrations that appeal to all ages.
  • DEVELOP SKILLS: The simple matching game encourages observational and memory skills whilst introducing young children to the idea of turn-taking!
  • QUALITY DESIGN: The large wipe-clean cards are reassuringly robust and ideal for messy little hands.
  • FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY: Toddlers can play independently or with up to 4 other players.
  • TEACHER TESTED: These teacher-tested games provide a fun and educational activity for young children at home or in any nursery, preschool or early years environment.

Enjoy lasting replay value to suit kids of all age ranges. Younger children can use it as a first matching activity, and as their ability and confidence grow, the game can develop into a first memory game. Farmyard Heads & Tails is a timeless classic to pass down the generations. This high-quality, accessible and colourful game will help children around the world learn through play for years to come.

Orchard Toys Farmyard Heads & Tails Game - Picture Matching

Pairing Activity

  • Children develop important cognitive skills by engaging in activities that involve matching and pairing.

  • These tasks encourage them to observe and categorise characteristics based on colour, shape, and size.

Orchard Toys Farmyard Heads & Tails Game - Observational Skills

Observational and Social Skills

  • Prompt children to say the words aloud as they spot the different characters.

  • Social skills are developed through turn-taking, sharing, and communicating the differences and similarities.

Orchard Toys Farmyard Heads & Tails Game - Hand eye coordination

Large Pieces

  • Hand-eye coordination is the ability to track the movement of the hands with the eyes.

  • Our game has large, sturdy pieces for children to grip easily, promoting improved hand-eye coordination when matching the pairs.

Orchard Toys Farmyard Heads & Tails Game - Matching game, first memory game, 1-4 players

Learning through Play

Children will instantly recognise and love the friendly animals featured in the Farmyard Heads & Tails game. Featuring a goat, mouse, dog, rooster, tractor, duck, sheep, horse, pig, cat, cow and even a farmer, little ones will brim over with excitement matching their farmyard friends’ heads and tails!

  • Parents or teachers can quickly set up the matching activity for toddlers by laying the cards out face up and letting the children reunite the pairs.
  • This game will grow with your child as their skills, confidence, and interests develop.
  • Once your child has mastered the matching game, they can progress onto the more challenging memory game.
  • To play the more advanced memory game, turn the cards picture side down and take turns revealing the images. Reveal a pair and leave them face up. Pick 2 cards that don’t match, turn them face down again, and the next player takes their turn.

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Includes 24 chunky cards featuring 12 farmyard pairs and 1 instruction leaflet.

Orchard Toys - Learning Made Fun! Designed in the UK, sustainably made toys, games and jigsaws.

About Us

Orchard Toys have been making educational games and jigsaws for over 50 years. With an ethos of 'learning made fun', we ensure every game , jigsaw or colouring book we make strikes the perfect balance between education and fun, getting that seal of approval from parents, teachers and children alike. With a reputation for quality and durability, we pride ourselves on creating products that can withstand the wear and tear of little hands, whether this is at home, away, in a childcare setting, or in schools.

COMMITMENT TO QUALITY

We are passionate about producing high-quality products with minimal impact on the environment. All of our games and jigsaws are made from recycled board and paper from sustainable sources. Designed with sturdy, wipe-clean game and puzzle boards, our products will withstand wear and tear and messy hands, ensuring they can be passed down through generations.

EXPLORE OUR RANGE

Whether your child likes dinosaurs or vehicles, fairy tales or farm life with over 150 games, jigsaws and colouring books Orchard Toys has the perfect gift. Our toys help children learn essential skills, such as counting and maths, phonics and spelling, colours and shapes, and telling time. By ensuring every product we make meets the perfect balance between education and fun, we continue to produce games, jigsaws and colouring books that get the seal of approval from teachers, parents and children!

Throughout our 50-plus-year history, many of our games and jigsaws have been recognised and celebrated by industry professionals, parents, and children alike. Our standout successes reinforce the quality and play value of our range and the Orchard Toys brand.

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Customer Reviews
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Suitable for ages 18 months + 2 years + 2-6 years 2-5 years 2 years + 2-6 years
Number of players 1-4 1-4 2-4 2-4 1-4 2-4
Develops matching and memory skills
Educational benefits Encourages discussion Fine motor skills Hand eye coordination Colour recognition Numeracy Memory skills

Safety and product resources

Warning

Warning. Toy inside. Adult supervision recommended.

Warning

Warning. To be used under the direct supervision of an adult.

What's in the box?

  • 24 chunky cards
  • 1 instruction leaflet
  • Important information

    Safety Information:

    Warning. Not suitable for children under 3 years

    Directions:

    Instructions for playing the game are included.

    Customer reviews

    4.7 out of 5 stars
    7,514 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers find this card game to be of excellent quality, with big, chunky pieces that are sturdy and easy for little hands to handle. The game provides lots of fun for toddlers and is great for teaching about animals, with one customer noting it helps with fine motor skills and memory. Customers appreciate the bright colors and consider it good value for money.
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    177 customers mention quality, 175 positive, 2 negative
    Customers praise the game's quality, describing it as a fantastic and well-made toy. One customer specifically mentions the lovely big chunky learning cards.
    ...The product itself is good quality but I feel it would have worked better if there was something between the half pictures to connect together...Read more
    ...My eldest had the exact same ones as well. Great game to keep them occupied for 15 minutes - or longer with luckRead more
    ...played with them but thats not because the product is bad, its a good product i think my son is just a little to young, it wont be long till he uses...Read more
    ...They are easy to clean and are well made, not flimsy. Highly recommend this as a starting point before introducing mini puzzles.Read more
    90 customers mention fun, 89 positive, 1 negative
    Customers find the game fun, particularly enjoyable for toddlers and preschoolers, with one customer noting it keeps children entertained for ages.
    They were great fun, me and my niece who is almost 2 had hrs of fun just passing them to each other and trying to match the puzzles up, very...Read more
    ...The colours were bright, interesting and fun. I'd give this 10/10 as I can't fault it, and delivery was spot on 👌...Read more
    ...It’s a fantastic educational tool disguised as a fun game, and I appreciate the thoughtful design and attention to detail by Orchard Toys....Read more
    Hours of fun :) Simply can't beat the good old fashioned toysRead more
    78 customers mention age range, 77 positive, 1 negative
    Customers find this game suitable for younger toddlers, particularly as a matching activity, and one customer mentions it helps challenge children's minds.
    ...as was on an offer, it contains really sturdy matching cards, great for toddlers and a variety of ways to play, can also be used as a speech and...Read more
    very, very pleased - given to great grandson on 1st birthday and he loves itRead more
    Lovely game for a toddler. Cards are big and sturdy so won't be damaged easily.Read more
    ...good quality cards, large brightly coloured pictures a great learning game for toddlersRead more
    60 customers mention educational value, 60 positive, 0 negative
    Customers find this card game educational, particularly for learning about animals and puzzle-solving skills, with one customer noting it helps develop observational abilities.
    ...Xmas, I've bought many orchard games over the years and find them educational and hard wearingRead more
    Brought as gift for Grandson This is a good learning gameRead more
    Very educational,my grandson loves them at 2 years old. Good fun.Read more
    ...a variety of ways to be played to keep young brains having fun and learning.Read more
    51 customers mention value for money, 51 positive, 0 negative
    Customers find the game to be excellent value for money, offering great quality for the price.
    Seems to be well made and good value. Hours of fun!Read more
    Got this for my child and its amazing. Thank you. Great value for money and was quick delivery. Thank you.Read more
    Great fun for all ages, good quality product and value for moneyRead more
    ...The product is a really good price & quality as u would expect from Orchard Games & the service was fast so u cant go wrong and will order Orchard...Read more
    47 customers mention sturdiness, 46 positive, 1 negative
    Customers find the game sturdy and durable, particularly noting that it is easy for little hands to handle.
    ...Very sturdy, my toddler walked and stood on them while we were playing with the cards on the bed but didn't fold or got damaged in anyway....Read more
    Nicely packed, sturdy cards, should get a lot of use. I like as well the website which has free resources to print and colour.Read more
    ...The cards are sturdy and big enough for tiny hands. You can also lightly wipe them down with a damp cloth if they are sticky. Great buy !Read more
    Robust and clear cards of a good size for easy handling - great present for 1 year+Read more
    41 customers mention colour, 41 positive, 0 negative
    Customers like the colors of the game, with one mentioning they are bright and educational.
    Bought this for my 17 months old. He loves it. Bright colours, nice pictures of animals, lots of fun! Love Orchard toysRead more
    ...A lot of thought has gone into producing these cards they are colourful and its easy for the children to recognise the animals etc as they are all...Read more
    These are very colourful and very sturdy and even if the child cant play the game yet matching is good fun too. GreatRead more
    ...The colours are bright and very attractive. Delivery was very quick. I bought 2 more games. Over all, a very happy mum n a todd.Read more
    37 customers mention size, 37 positive, 0 negative
    Customers appreciate the size of the game pieces and cards, noting they are well-suited for small hands and easy handling.
    ...Good size too - even a 20 month old knew what they were. Should last well and give good entertainment. Very pleased.Read more
    Our grand daughter loves this. Easy to use and robust. Good size for little hands.Read more
    Brightly coloured perfect size for little hands. Girls leave it and go back to it, which is curiosity lol. Thank you.Read more
    ...The pieces were a good size for small hands, easy to handle. The colours were bright, interesting and fun....Read more
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    5 out of 5 stars
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    My son loves them. Very easy to use, great value for money, great size, solid. Ideally for toddlers.
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    Top reviews from United Kingdom

    • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 9 April 2024
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      I’m thrilled to give the Orchard Toys Farmyard Heads and Tails Game a glowing five-star rating! This game has been an absolute hit with my 2-year-old, providing hours of entertainment and learning.

      The simplicity of the game is what makes it so perfect for young children. The colorful and sturdy cards featuring adorable farmyard animals are engaging and captivating for little ones. My child loves matching the animal heads to their corresponding tails, developing essential cognitive and matching skills in the process.

      Additionally, the game encourages language development as we talk about each animal, their sounds, and where they live on the farm. It’s a fantastic educational tool disguised as a fun game, and I appreciate the thoughtful design and attention to detail by Orchard Toys.

      The quality of the cards is excellent, with a durable construction that can withstand the rigors of toddler play. The illustrations are charming and well-executed, capturing the imagination of young children and sparking conversations about the farmyard world.

      Overall, the Orchard Toys Farmyard Heads and Tails Game is a standout product that deserves all five stars. It’s engaging, educational, and most importantly, incredibly enjoyable for young children. I highly recommend it to any parent looking for a fun and enriching game for their little ones.
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    • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 17 February 2026
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      simple jigsaws ,easy to use and well made
    • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 15 January 2026
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      Fun game, great quality with easy to follow instructions
    • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 6 March 2026
      Style Name: Farmyard Heads and TailsVerified Purchase
      Purchased as a little gift for my grandaughter, she loves that the pieces are large & it’s the front & back of each animal. Lovely great item
    • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 15 January 2026
      Style Name: Farmyard Heads and TailsVerified Purchase
      This game was a great price as was on an offer, it contains really sturdy matching cards, great for toddlers and a variety of ways to play, can also be used as a speech and language aid to encourage sounds. Great product which arrived quickly.
    • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 5 March 2026
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      Very goog first card puzzle. Animals easily recognised and loves to try to work them out. Cards are sturdy and bright. Lots of fun little one always picks them up to play when overvisiting. 2 years
    • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 14 November 2025
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      Got for Grandson as treat for helping me with household chores while on a sleepover. I like to get educational toys we can play together.
    • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 15 January 2026
      Style Name: Farmyard Heads and TailsVerified Purchase
      This was an instant winner with my 3yr old grandson. The pieces were a good size for small hands, easy to handle. The colours were bright, interesting and fun.
      I'd give this 10/10 as I can't fault it, and delivery was spot on 👌

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      Reviewed in Turkey on 10 December 2020
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    • Angelina
      5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderfull product at a good price! My kid love this cards and playing with them all the time!
      Reviewed in Germany on 19 November 2022
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      Wonderfull product at a good price! My kid love this cards and playing with them all the time!
    • 🐾 LiVv̆̈Y 🐾
      5.0 out of 5 stars SURPRISINGLY A FAVOURITE!!
      Reviewed in Australia on 3 December 2025
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      We play this game like memory but I sort the cards into heads and tails then place them face down in two separate piles. They just flip over one card from each pile. Then it’s easier for the little ones to match heads and tails. Mix them together to make a much harder version. Nice and easy to pack away too. I bought it for the younger ones (4-6) but the older ones like it too (7-9 years).
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      5.0 out of 5 stars
      SURPRISINGLY A FAVOURITE!!

      Reviewed in Australia on 3 December 2025
      We play this game like memory but I sort the cards into heads and tails then place them face down in two separate piles. They just flip over one card from each pile. Then it’s easier for the little ones to match heads and tails. Mix them together to make a much harder version. Nice and easy to pack away too. I bought it for the younger ones (4-6) but the older ones like it too (7-9 years).
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    • Aryaam
      5.0 out of 5 stars رائع
      Reviewed in the United Arab Emirates on 21 October 2021
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      Love it
    • Patrick W Monds
      5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
      Reviewed in Australia on 2 November 2025
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      Great for little ones

    Product Safety

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    • Warning:To be used under the direct supervision of an adult

    • Warning:Toy inside. Adult supervision recommended