1. Introduction to HABA Super Mini Orchard
The HABA Super Mini Orchard (Model 4907) is a cooperative dice game designed for 1 to 4 children aged 3 years and older. Each game session typically lasts between 5 to 10 minutes. This game encourages teamwork and early learning processes by supporting color recognition, fruit naming, and collaborative action. Players work together to harvest ripe fruits before Raven Theo reaches his nest, fostering a positive first experience with cooperative gameplay.
Image 1: Front view of the HABA Super Mini Orchard game box.
Image 2: The HABA Super Mini Orchard game box, featuring the crow character and fruit tokens.
2. Game Components
The HABA Super Mini Orchard game includes the following components:
- 1 Wooden Raven Theo figure
- 1 Game board (puzzle pieces)
- 12 Fruit tokens (cherries, apples, pears, plums)
- 1 Color die
- 1 Set of game instructions
Image 3: All game components, including the board, fruit tokens, crow, and die.
Image 4: Back of the game box detailing components and warnings.
3. Game Setup
- Assemble the game board pieces to form the orchard path.
- Place all 12 fruit tokens onto the corresponding trees on the game board. Ensure each tree has its designated fruit type (e.g., cherries on the cherry tree, apples on the apple tree).
- Place the wooden Raven Theo figure at the beginning of the path, typically on the ladder space.
- Keep the color die within reach of all players.
- The player who most recently saw a real raven begins the game. If no one has seen a raven recently, the youngest player starts.
Image 5: The game board set up and ready for play.
4. How to Play
The HABA Super Mini Orchard is a cooperative game where all players work together against Raven Theo. The goal is to harvest all the fruits from the trees before Raven Theo reaches his nest at the end of the path.
Player Turn:
- The starting player rolls the color die.
- If the die shows a color (red, green, yellow, blue):
- Check if there are any fruits of the rolled color remaining on the trees.
- If fruits of that color are available, pick one fruit token of that color from any tree and place it in front of you.
- If no fruits of that color are available (all have been harvested), you cannot pick a fruit this turn.
- If the die shows the Raven Theo symbol:
- Move the wooden Raven Theo figure one step forward along the path towards his nest.
- After the action is completed, the turn passes to the next player in a clockwise direction.
Winning and Losing:
- Players Win: If all 12 fruit tokens are harvested from the trees before Raven Theo reaches his nest, all players win together!
- Players Lose: If Raven Theo reaches his nest before all fruits are harvested, all players lose together.
Image 6: Game in progress, illustrating the crow's position and fruit tokens.
Image 7: A player rolling the die during gameplay.
5. Care and Maintenance
To ensure the longevity of your HABA Super Mini Orchard game, please follow these care instructions:
- Cleaning: Wipe game pieces and the board with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Do not use harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners.
- Storage: Store all game components in their original box in a dry place, away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures, to prevent warping or fading.
- Handling: Handle wooden and cardboard components gently to avoid damage.
- Choking Hazard: This game contains small parts. Keep away from children under 3 years of age.
6. Troubleshooting
Most issues with board games are related to missing components or rule clarification. Here are some common points:
- Missing Components: Carefully check the box and packaging. If components are genuinely missing, please contact HABA customer support (see Section 8).
- Rules Confusion: Reread the "How to Play" section (Section 4) and the included game instructions. Cooperative games sometimes require a few rounds to fully grasp the strategy.
- Game Too Easy/Hard: For younger players, you might simplify rules or adjust the crow's movement. For older players, ensure strict adherence to all rules.
7. Product Specifications
| Brand: | HABA |
| Model Number: | 4907 |
| Material: | Wood, Cardboard |
| Number of Players: | 1 to 4 players |
| Recommended Age: | 3 years and up |
| Playing Time: | Approx. 5-10 minutes |
| UPC/EAN: | 4010168049076 |
8. Customer Support
For further assistance, questions about the game, or to report missing components, please contact HABA customer service. You can find contact information on the official HABA website or on the game packaging.
HABA Official Website: www.haba-play.com
Address: HABA Sales GmbH & Co. KG, August-Grosch-Straße 28 - 38, 96476 Bad Rodach, Germany
