The card game that bought us the whole afternoon
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- 12 animal cards
- 2 games in 1
- Ages 3+
- No batteries
- Compact, portable
- Fast setup
- 30-day returns
- Klarna available
Delivery in 2-3 working days · 30-day returns · Est. 1795
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Real talk
Rain at 10am. Game at 10.15am. Peace until lunch.
You know the feeling: weather turns, screens go off, and suddenly you're holding a bored child and a wet afternoon. Animals Snap is the thing that stops that feeling. Two games, one deck, twelve gorgeous animal cards that kids pick up in 30 seconds. They're matching, calling 'Snap', and you're watching them lean in, eyes sharp, hands ready. That's the afternoon gone.
It's not just time bought, though. You get quiet focus. No endless 'can we play again?' because the rules are so simple that kids want to run it themselves once. That's peace for you.
Joe Jaques, Jaques of London
What's in the box
What's in your box
One complete deck ready to play. No assembly, no batteries, no missing pieces.
Complete deck
12 illustrated animal pairs. Bright, bold designs that kids spot instantly. No tiny text, no confusing symbols. Just animals, colors, and the rush to call 'Snap' first.
- ✓ 24 cards total (12 animal pairs)
- ✓ Thick card stock that survives hundreds of plays
- ✓ Fits in a pocket or a car cup holder
Snap mode
Classic speed game. Cards flip one by one. The moment two animals match, whoever yells 'Snap' first wins the pile. Pure adrenaline, no downtime.
- ✓ Plays in 5 to 15 minutes
- ✓ Works with 2 to 6 players
- ✓ Keeps hands and voices active
Memory Match mode
Flip cards face-down. Find the pairs. Same deck, completely different game. Slower, thoughtful, perfect when energy needs to settle but engagement stays high.
- ✓ Builds concentration and recall
- ✓ Adapts to quieter moments
- ✓ Teaches turn-taking and patience
Ready to buy back your afternoon?
Was £14.99
Animals Snap Card Game: £10.00
While they play
What it quietly teaches
Looks like play. Works like a lesson.
Spotting and focus
Kids train their eyes to scan for matches fast. That speed of recognition is real cognitive work. Snap games demand and build it naturally.
Turn-taking and rules
Memory Match is turn-based, Snap is pure reflex. Kids learn the shape of different games and how to follow different rhythms without fuss.
Animal knowledge
Twelve animal characters from rabbits to giraffes. Kids name them, learn them, own them. No formal lesson. Just play that sticks.
Decision and confidence
Snap rewards quick decisions. Memory Match rewards thinking. Kids feel both kinds of smart. No wrong answers, just faster or more thoughtful ones.
What families say about Jaques of London
What parents and grandparents say
"Excellent quality wood toys, so well made, no sharp edges, all lovely & smooth, very colourful & plenty of choice. Very reasonably priced & so beautifully wrapped you don't want to open them. Highly recommend this company."
"Fast delivery, excellent products, extremely good quality and long lasting. My granddaughter loves the toys from here. Good age ranges covered."
"These toys tick all the boxes, educational, colourful, fun, well made and great service. I just keep buying more and more."
"We love our toys from Jaques of London. The quality is excellent and they're the perfect size for little hands to hold and play with easily. Beautifully made, sturdy wooden toys that will last for years. Highly recommend!"
"Harrods grade gifting for a very reasonable price. Not the usual tat from China. Had several hand picked orders fron Jaques, nice to know its a UK business with old school quality."
"I am a real fan of this company. If only I had come across them years ago when my boys were little. It's my go to for beautiful, good quality toys for my granddaughter now and any gift I need to buy. They arrived quickly, prices are reasonable and the special touch is they are beautifully packaged too. I love the heritage of this business!"
Get ready for life
Why real play matters
Real brain growth comes from real play.
Unbox and play
No setup. No rules explanation needed. Kids see the animal cards, understand the concept in seconds, and start playing straight away.
One full game
Snap is quick and sharp. Memory Match stretches longer. Either way, it fills the gap without wearing out attention or patience.
Endless repeats
Snap and Memory Match feel like different games. Kids beg to run another round because the stakes shift. Rain becomes invitation.
Why this matters right now
We really are different
Why this beats the cheap plastic version
| Jaques Animals Snap Card Game | Cheap Alternatives | |
|---|---|---|
| Card durability | ✅ | ❌ Splits and bends after weeks |
| Illustration clarity | ✅ | ❌ Muddy colors, hard to spot matches |
| Weight in hand | ✅ | ⚠️ Feels cheap, falls apart mid-game |
| Two games included | ✅ | ❌ One shallow mechanic, boredom fast |
| Passes down | ✅ | ❌ Trash after one birthday |
| No batteries, no screens | ✅ | ❌ Needs charging or app login |
| 30-day returns guarantee | ✅ | ❌ Final sale, your risk |
- ✅ Thick card stock
- ✅ Bold animal art
- ✅ Hefty feel
- ✅ Snap + Memory
- ✅ Heirloom-ready
- ✅ Zero electronics
- ✅ Full returns
- ❌ Thin cards fail
- ❌ Blurry pictures
- ❌ Flimsy plastic
- ❌ One-trick pony
- ❌ Landfill bound
- ❌ Needs power
- ❌ No comeback
Ready to buy back your afternoon?
Was £14.99
Animals Snap Card Game: £10.00
30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
Not right? Return it within 30 days. Full refund, no questions.
Questions & answers
Questions parents always ask
What age is it actually for?
Ages 3 and up. Three-year-olds can play Memory Match with focus and patience. By 5 or 6, kids dominate Snap with speed and reflex. The same deck works for both, adapting to what they need. Even 8-year-olds pick it up at parties because the rules are instant.
How long does one game actually last?
Snap runs 5 to 15 minutes depending on luck and player count. Memory Match can stretch to 20 minutes if kids are thinking hard. Either way, it fills the gap without overstaying. Not long enough to bore, long enough to feel like real play.
Will they keep playing it after the first week?
Yes, because there are two games. Snap for when they want excitement, Memory Match for when they want to think. The switch keeps novelty alive. Plus, cards travel to grandma's, school trips, and car journeys. It stays in rotation for years.
Is it really better than the plastic supermarket version?
The plastic version costs half as much and lasts half as long. These cards survive hundreds of plays without bending or tearing. The art is clear and bold so kids spot matches instantly. And if you don't like it, 30-day returns, no questions. Worth every penny full price.
How much does it cost?
The Animals Snap Card Game is £10.00 today (down from £14.99). Klarna is available at checkout if you prefer to spread the cost.
What's your returns policy?
30 days, full refund, no conditions. Return it for any reason and we refund in full. We've been standing behind what we make since 1795.
Ready to buy back your afternoon?
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Animals Snap Card Game: £10.00
Our story
Making toys worth keeping since 1795.
Jaques of London was founded in 1795. We invented croquet, table tennis, and the Staunton chess set. For 230 years, we've been making things that pull children away from passive entertainment and into active, curious, hands-on play.
Jaques has been making games that last since 1795. We started with chess sets for officers and craftsmen who wanted pieces they could pass down. That same thinking lives in every card we cut today. Animals Snap isn't a throwaway novelty. It's a deck built to survive hundreds of plays, drawn with clarity so kids learn instantly, and designed with two games so the play doesn't tire. We make games to be played and replayed, not recycled. This is ours.
Toys and games that leave something behind: a skill, a memory, a piece of play that gets passed on.
Joe, Jaques of London
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