Match It Kai Moana (Set of 12)

Match It Kai Moana Set 12 – Māori Seafood Traditions in Play 🦑🐚

Introduce your child to the fascinating world of Māori seafood traditions with the Match It Kai Moana Set 12, a beautifully handcrafted matching game designed by Indigenous Māori artist Kiri Pewhairangi from Aotearoa (New Zealand). This educational and culturally rich set includes 12 mini cushions, forming six matching pairs featuring traditional kai moana (seafood) like crayfish, clam, abalone, fish, basket, and sea urchin. Perfect for memory-building and fine motor skills, this set provides an interactive way for children to explore Māori culture, marine life, and the importance of ecological sustainability.

Handmade under Fair Trade conditions in Kolkata, India, this set supports sustainable employment for artisans while encouraging cultural learning through play. The intricately embroidered cushions come with vibrant colours, each piece a unique treasure. It also includes a drawstring storage bag, making it easy to store and transport.

Educational Benefits:

• Learn Māori seafood traditions and their cultural significance.

• Supports memory and cognitive development through matching activities.

• Introduce Te Reo Māori vocabulary for kai moana (seafood).

• Promotes Fair Trade awareness and supports ethical craftsmanship.

Why It’s Special:

• Designed by Kiri Pewhairangi, an Indigenous Māori artist, ensuring cultural authenticity.

• Handmade and Fair Trade made, empowering artisans and promoting sustainability.

• Culturally rich game to engage children in language learning and environmental awareness.

Classroom Ideas:

• Use as a fun matching game to pair seafood names with images.

• Teach Te Reo Māori with vocabulary for different types of kai moana (seafood).

• Discuss marine life and sustainability in environmental science lessons.

• Encourage conversations about Māori cultural connections to the sea and sustainable fishing practices.

Safety & Information:

• Recommended for ages 3+ years.

• Set includes 12 handcrafted fabric cushions (8cm x 8cm each).

• Comes with a drawstring storage bag for easy storage.

• Handmade under Fair Trade conditions.

• Designs and colours may vary due to the handcrafted nature of the product.