At the age of four, children are at a crucial stage of their development. They're rapidly enhancing their cognitive, social, and motor skills. Board games provide a fantastic way to harness these abilities while having fun with others. They teach young ones important lessons like taking turns, following rules, and problem-solving.

With an array of games available, we've compiled a list of great board games for four-year-olds.

Candy Land: This colorful game helps with color recognition and simple counting, perfect for preschoolers.

Chutes and Ladders: Teaches children about numbers and counting, and it's a classic hit with little ones.

The Sneaky, Snacky Squirrel: Enhances fine motor skills through the use of cute squirrel-shaped tongs.

Hi Ho! Cherry-O: A great way to practice early math skills like counting and basic addition.

Soggy Doggy: hilarious kids' bath time adventure where players race around the board, attempting to wash Soggy Doggy without getting splashed.

Guess Who?: Introduces deductive reasoning and improves memory as kids ask questions to eliminate characters.

Memory Game: Boosts memory and concentration, and comes in various themes to keep children engaged.

Uno Moo: A simplified version of Uno that helps with color and number recognition.

Ticket to Ride Ghost Train: a fast-paced strategy game where parents and kids embark on a thrilling, spooky adventure, especially perfect for those who celebrate the Halloween season. Technically for ages six and up, but our family found it perfectly suitable for our four-year-old!

Zingo: Enhances sight words recognition and vocabulary in a fun, Bingo-style game.

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Spin & Seek ABC Game: Teaches letter recognition and early reading skills.

Race to the Treasure!: Promotes teamwork, critical thinking, and problem-solving.

Ravensburger World of Disney Eye Found It: An engaging family game that not only features beloved Disney characters but also develops critical skills while providing hours of fun for both kids and adults in just a 15-minute playtime.

Richard Scarry's Busytown, Eye Found It!: An engaging game that encourages attention to detail.

Hungry Hungry Hippos: Improves hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills as kids race to gobble up marbles.

Robot Turtles: Introduces basic coding concepts in a playful way.

Don't Wake Daddy: a thrilling alarm clock game where players navigate past obstacles and match cards to spaces on the gameboard.

Hoot Owl Hoot!: Teaches cooperative play and strategy as children work together to help owls find their way home.

Connect 4: Enhances spatial reasoning and strategic thinking.

Cauldron Quest: Encourages teamwork and memory skills in a cooperative adventure.

Sorry! Race to get your pawns home in this great family game known for its 'sweet revenge' element and a multitude of strategic possibilities. Technically for ages 6+ but may be suitable for younger!

The Game of Life Junior: Teaches kids about money management, decision-making, and the concept of a journey.

Lucky Ducks: Helps with color and shape recognition while promoting quick thinking.

Cariboo: Supports early literacy and fine motor skills as kids unlock treasure chests with letters.

Don't Break the Ice: Improves hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills as kids tap out ice blocks.

These board games not only provide hours of entertainment but also offer valuable learning experiences that cater to the specific developmental needs and interests of four-year-olds. They're a wonderful way to bond with your child while helping them grow and learn in a fun and engaging manner. 

Disclaimers:

Keep in mind that this list is not exhaustive and is subjective; there are many more wonderful games to consider and preferences can vary from person to person and family to family.

Please also keep in mind that the skills and preferences of four-year-olds can vary widely from game to game. Not every four-year-old is guaranteed to excel at each game on this list.

This list serves as a starting point for parents and caregivers in the world of board games for young children. Also please note that we have NO affiliation with these games or companies other than merely enjoying playing them :)