Snail Tactile Matching Game with Rainbow Spinner

Explore patterns and textures through hands-on play with this snail-themed tactile matching game. Eight snail-shaped pieces feature different raised or recessed patterns, paired with a colourful spinner and a drawstring bag for touch-based discovery.

How to play

Spin the arrow, look at the selected symbol, and find the snail with the matching pattern. For a touch-focused variation, place the pieces inside the bag and explore their surfaces with your fingertips before selecting a match. Turn each round into a shared moment by naming the pattern and comparing it with the other pieces.

Skills to practise through play

• Matching symbols to corresponding patterns.
• Exploring and describing differences between textures.
• Picking up, holding, and placing individual pieces.
• Taking turns and following simple instructions during adult-guided activities.

How this can be used in ABA sessions

Use the pieces for matching tasks, receptive instructions such as “find the same,” and turn-taking activities. Present two pieces initially, then introduce more choices according to the learner's goals. The spinner provides a visual cue for each round, and the bag offers an optional touch-based matching activity.

Adapt activities to the learner's preferences and comfort with textures, keeping participation voluntary.