8 benefits of playing memory games

Do your little ones also have a memory like a goldfish? Do they constantly repeat "...I don't remember..." at the first opportunity?

So encourage them to use memory games and toys that enhance their memory capacity! Put your memory to the test and don't forget it! Memory games are not only a fun way to pass the time, but they also put your brain to work like a mental gym. Whether for kids or adults, these games are the key to remembering what's important (and not just where you left your keys). Here are eight reasons why playing with your memory will never go out of style.

1. Stimulation of visual and spatial memory
   By remembering the location of images or elements, the ability to retain and process visual information is strengthened, improving orientation and spatial perception.
2. Development of cognitive skills
   These games encourage concentration, attention, and logical thinking, essential skills in both academic and everyday life.
3. Improved concentration
   Participating in activities that require constant focus helps extend attention spans and reduce distractions.
4. Increased short and long-term memory
   Regular practice with memory games strengthens the retention of recent and past information, facilitating learning and retrieval of stored data.
5. Prevention of neurodegenerative diseases
   Keeping the mind active through these games can increase cognitive reserve, delaying or mitigating symptoms associated with cognitive decline.
6. Promoting mental speed
   Playing against the clock forces the brain to process information more quickly, improving response speed and decision-making.
7. Promoting language development
   Some memory games incorporate verbal elements that enrich vocabulary and communication skills.
8. Strengthening social relations
   Participating in these group games promotes social interaction, teamwork, and strengthens emotional bonds among participants.

Incorporating memory games into daily activities not only provides entertainment but also contributes significantly to people's mental and social well-being.

That's why at CuCuToys, we've introduced new toys and games that help little ones (and not so little ones) develop their memory skills and enhance learning. Unused memory oxidizes, and that's why we want to offer you many game ideas to train it. You can start stimulating the memory of very young children (from 2 years old) with the Little Memo game from Djeco . Place all the animals (there are 9 of them) on the table. Then, with the little ones' eyes tightly closed, cover one of them with the box. When they open their eyes, ask them: Which animal is missing? If they guess correctly, they win a token, and when they have 4 tokens... they've won! Little ones love playing Londji's Wildlife and Hens and Chicks games because of their cute illustrations and ease of use: you have to place all the tiles face down and then match them. You can play alone or in pairs.

• Take turns looking for the pairs.
  • Did you find it? Put the pair in your pile and keep looking.
  • Isn't it what you thought it was? It's up to the other person you're playing with.

Here you can see Londji's latest additions. In addition to this new line, we also have many other memory games, such as these Plantoys board games likethe mood memo , HABA games like the fruit tree memo , or the vacation memo (which is also magnetic so you can take it on trips). Another memory game that we love, because of the game material, which is super original and has an extraordinary soft texture for the little ones, is the garden memo , from the French brand Vilac. And last but not least (so let's remember), the memory games from the famous Djeco brand: Memo Meuh , where they'll have to listen carefully to identify the animal and find out where its card is hidden. Or Memo Jungle , which is the classic game of finding pairs (of jungle animals in this case) on a board of 30 pieces. And finally, one of the timeless classics that we can't forget: Bingo-Memo-Dominoes , a three-in-one game that can't be missed so the little ones have a good time. We're sure we've forgotten some, but we've given you a few game ideas that the whole family will definitely enjoy while boosting their concentration, improving language skills, and training their brains. We hope you like them and find them helpful for your practice.