TIPU: the playful way to learn te reo, together
TIPU is a fast-paced bilingual word game full of movement, laughter, and clever clues. Learn te reo Māori as you play, across four Māui-inspired rounds with fresh twists each time.
How it works (simple):
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Guess kupu using actions, sounds, rhymes, and more
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Play in English or full te reo Māori
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The same words return each round with new challenges from Māui
Why you’ll love it
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Beginner-friendly Māori word game
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No fluency needed — learn as you play
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Pronunciation guidance on every card
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Fun for the whole whānau (20–40 minutes)
Includes:
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90 illustrated Word Cards
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15 Māui Cards
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24 Māori Māui Cards
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25 Beginner Māui Cards
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1 45-second timer
Guess the kupu. Learn as you laugh.
FSC®-certified paper & card
KAUPAPA TIPU © KURA RĒHIA, 2025
Game Design: Rosie Remmerswaal & Āio Mataira-Wharerarauwhe
Illustrations: Sara Moana
Graphic Design: Maimoa Creative
Translation & Quality Assurance: Hēmi Kelly
First Edition — Printed 2025
Created in Aotearoa, printed in China