The Original Tākaro!
Where it all started. Flip cards, spot the match, and race to call out the te reo Māori name before anyone else does. Simple enough for tamariki, fast enough to keep adults engaged, and genuinely fun for everyone in between.
By the end of a round, players can confidently recall 57 everyday words and their correct pronunciation - without it ever feeling like a lesson.
Ages 4+ · 10–15 mins · 57 playing cards · 8 reference cards
How To Play
Match a Symbol
Say it out loud
That's it - easy!
Example Tākaro Cards
Tākaro includes 57x illustrated playing cards
Kickstart your learning
We designed Tākaro to be fun for everyone, regardless of where they are in their Te Reo journey. It's easy to learn, fast to play and suitable for the whole whānau!
Online Resource
Every Tākaro game includes reference cards inside the game, but for your convenience we've also set up an online resource you can use on your phone or computer!
