Grandmothers Know Best: The Happy Families Card Game

In a world of constant change, it's nice to know that some things never go out of style. Take the Happy Families card game, for example. This classic children's game has been entertaining families for generations and shows no signs of slowing down any time soon. So, if you're looking for a fun way to bond with your grandkids, look no further than the Happy Families card game!

Happy Families is one of those card games that endure through the ages. A timeless formula that kids love, the first set of Happy Families playing cards launched in 1852. The basic card game is unchanged in well over a century and a half - surely a sign of a winning formula! Those first Happy families cards were drawn by Sir John Tenniel, the first illustrator to be knighted for artistic achievement. He also illustrated the first "Alice in Wonderland" book and so generally had a bit of a thing for illustrating playing cards (remember those playing card characters in "Alice in wonderland" ?).

How to Play Happy Families

Happy Families is a card game for 3 or more players that can be enjoyed by kids and adults alike. The object of the game is to collect as many sets of cards as possible. Each set contains one card for each member of a family, including the father, mother, son and daughter. To start the game, each player is dealt cards face down. The remaining cards are placed in the center of the table, face down.

On their turn, each player asks for a card to try and make up one of their families. If this card completes a set that they already have started, they take the set and put it in front of them. If not, their turn ends and play passes to the next player. This continues until one player completes all the families.

About our Happy Families Cards:

Our sets of Happy Families playing cards are personalized with various surnames. There are 24 available so far, they are beautifully designed and are full of fun facts about the name. Sure to be a family favourite and a staple in your games cupboard, these unique packs also make a great gift. Browse through them here.

Conclusion:

If you're looking for a fun way to bond with your grandkids (or great-grandkids!), look no further than the Happy Families card game! This classic children's game has been entertaining families for generations and shows no signs of slowing down any time soon. So break out those cards and get ready for some good old-fashioned family fun!