This is an adapted version of Beavers and Mice, a game of memory, luck, and simple arithmetic. Players still aim to finish each round with the lowest total by smartly replacing cards without being allowed to flip them again.
In this version, the animals are not just decoration. The beavers, mice, and cards that show both kinds of animals, represent biodiversity and interdependence: even when there is rivalry, living beings often need each other to survive and thrive. The game stays competitive, but students learn that winning and thriving are not the same thing – nature thrives through balance and diversity, and people thrive when we respect differences and cooperate responsibly.
Skill focus
Primary Skill Focus
- Valuing people and nature
Complementary/Secondary Skill Focus
- Connectedness
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-solving
| Age group | Student number | Duration |
| 6-10 years old | groups of 2-10 children (best: 4-8) | 20-30 minutes |