Goal: to spot a match--a set of three cards where all the socks are paired-up. Socks may be played competitively or cooperatively. The Beginner Socks pack contains both the First Step Socks deck (easiest) and Next Step Socks deck (more challenging).
For First Step Socks deck: Lay out 9 cards face up, arranged in a square. Look for a match. If you spot one, check if all the socks really are paired up. If so, replace the three cards.
For Next Step Socks deck: Lay out 12 cards face up, arranged in a rectangle. Look for a match. If you spot one, check if all the socks really are paired up. If so, replace the three cards. If you are sure there isn't a match among the 12 cards, lay out three more cards.