Expert Review: hand2mind’s Bunny Brunch

In this game from hand2mind, players work together to make sure that the 12 adorable bunnies get the correct brunch order. First, kids select a pattern card and line it up in front of the bunnies. Then, they pop the dice popper to see which veggies they can pick from the garden to serve up to the bunnies. But they have to watch out for the hungry mouse that tries to stop them along the way — they must complete the pattern before it eats all of the food. If they do so, the players collectively win the game!

Bunny Brunch is not only an educational game, but a cooperative one, so kids work together to complete a task. It’s perfect to teach preschoolers important skills taking turns, following rules, early math foundations, and more. The game also has multiple gameplay aspects, from the dice popper to the mischievous mouse — it’s more than just rolling a die and moving a pawn. With 24 pattern cards, kids can play over and over again without having to repeat the same patterns frequently. Plus, the graphics are super cute and the $19.99 price point makes it affordably fun.

The gameplay takes about 30 minutes in total. The food tokens are on the smaller side, so sticking to the age recommendation of ages 3 and up is a must.

Preschoolers building their basic math skills; kids who love pattern games; parents looking for spring- or Easter-themed fun; stealthily educational games