Owl Bird Wooden Mancala Board Game – Foldable Design with Handmade Batik Pattern – Tabletop Strategy Game for Family Fun & Math Skills – Unique Decor & Gift – Congkak, Kalaha, Oware

Owl Bird Wooden Mancala Board Game – Foldable Design with Handmade Batik Pattern – Tabletop Strategy Game for Family Fun & Math Skills – Unique Decor & Gift – Congkak, Kalaha, Oware

  • A collection of owl-shaped wooden mancala boards with various colors and patterns, along with fabric bags and cowrie shells for playing the game.
  • A collection of owl-shaped wooden mancala boards with various colors and patterns, along with fabric bags and cowrie shells for playing the game.
  • Colorful owl-shaped mancala games with cowrie shells scattered on a white background.
  • Colorful owl-shaped mancala games with cowrie shells scattered on a white background.
  • Colorful owl-shaped mancala games with patterned fabric bags and cowrie shells scattered on a white background.
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$36.50 USD
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Product Description

    Mancala is more than just a game—it’s a fusion of strategy, skill, and tradition, played and cherished across cultures for centuries. This classic two-player game challenges you to think ahead, outmaneuver your opponent, and capture their pieces.

    Important Information

    • Safety: ⚠️ Cowrie shells are a choking hazard. Children under 8 must be supervised by an adult at all times during gameplay.
    • Pricing & customs: the listed price excludes any sales tax and import costs. The buyer is responsible for the additional duties or taxes that may incur. 

    What's Included

    • Owl mancala board game
    • 2 travel pouches (1 for mancala, 1 for storing game seeds)
    • Free cowrie shells as the game's playing seeds

    Who This Mancala Is Best For

    • Family game night with children aged 8 and up
    • Gift for owl and nature lovers 
    • Shoppers looking for a unique artisan gift
    • Fun screen-free activity idea for kids
    • Board game for cozy night in 

    How to Play Mancala (A Quick Guide)

    1. Set up the board
    Place the board lengthwise between two players. Each player controls the 5 pits on their side and the large pit or Store on their right. Fill every small pit with seeds; leave the Stores empty.

    2. Take turns
    On your turn, pick up all seeds from one of your pits and drop them one by one counterclockwise – including your own Store, but skipping your opponent's Store.

    3. Win the game
    The game ends when one player's pits are empty. The other player collects all remaining seeds into their Store. Most seeds in your Store = you win.

    About Batik – The Art Behind the Board

    Batik, a traditional art from Java, uses a wax-resist dyeing technique. This technique has been practised for centuries. The word batik comes from the Javanese amba ("to write") and titik ("dots or points"), reflecting its detailed craftsmanship.

    Batik tulis is the oldest form of batik making, where the wax is written or drawn (tulis) onto a length of fabric. Inspired by this timeless technique, we’ve applied the same intricate process to the wood surface of our mancala board games.

    The batik-making process involves three key stages:
    - Mencanting – Wax is applied using a canting tool to create intricate patterns.
    - Mewarna – The fabric is dyed, with waxed areas resisting color
    - Finishing – The fabric is dried and soaked in a fixing agent to preserve the colors.



    Dimensions


    Closed/Folded: Length 15" x Width 4.3"
    Opened: Length 15" x Width 8.6"

    Features

    • Player: 2 players
    • Age: 8+ and up
    • Authentic craftsmanship. The owl silhouette is hand-painted using a traditional technique passed down through generations. Slight variations in pattern are the mark of a genuine handmade piece. 
    • Foldable and travel-ready. Compact closed dimensions and a bundled travel pouch make this the ideal game for family vacations, road trips, camping, or visits to grandparents. Opens flat for full two-player gameplay.
    • Complete set out of the box. Includes genuine cowrie seashells as game seeds, plus a matching travel pouch and smaller seed-storage pouch. Nothing extra to buy.
    • Ready to gift. Includes a free gift wrap option at checkout. Perfect for birthdays, housewarmings, or holidays.

    Material

    Wood

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