Animals Match Game for Kids: Drag & Drop

🎮 How to Play: Animals Match

Look at the animal pictures and the word boxes.
Drag each picture onto the word that names it.
Match all six animals to win, then tap Try Again to play with them in a new order.

What your child practices

Matching pictures to words builds early reading skills: children start to recognize whole words like "lion" and "cat" by their shape and first letter. The game also gives instant feedback, with a sound for each correct or incorrect match.

Tips for grown-ups

Help your child sound out the first letter of each word before they drag.
Cover the pictures and see if your child can read the words alone.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Which animals are in the matching game?

The game uses a lion, dog, monkey, cat, horse and donkey, shuffled into a new order each time.

Does it work on phones and tablets?

Yes. Touch and hold an animal picture, then drag it onto the matching word.

What age is this for?

It suits children from about 3 to 6 who are starting to recognize simple words.