“Say It to Play It!”
A quick-thinking, fast-paced card game where Phonics meets fun!
Created and approved by teachers, Tricky Takedown makes learning those pesky ‘Tricky Words’ (the ones that don’t play by the Phonics rules) exciting, engaging and full of surprises.
Designed for ages 4+, this game helps children learn, retain and recall Phase 2 and 3 'Tricky Words' while developing reading confidence, word recognition and turn-taking skills.
Players race to match 'Tricky Words', colours or play Power Cards to outsmart their opponents. It’s quick to learn, endlessly replayable and guaranteed to bring laughter to classrooms, interventions and family game nights alike.
Who will be the first to clear their hand and become the 'Tricky Word Champion'?
What’s Inside the Box
● 56 ‘Tricky Word’ Cards (All Phase 2 + 7 Phase 3 Tricky Words - you, they, all, are, my, her, he, she)
● 12 Power Cards
● 1 Power Card Description Card
● 1 ‘How to Play’ Card
Why You’ll Love It
● Teacher-created and approved for classroom and home use
● The perfect grab and go game to be enjoyed by all
● Builds reading confidence through play
● Reinforces Phase 2 & 3 'Tricky Words'
● Encourages quick thinking, turn-taking & friendly competition
● Perfect for home or classroom learning
Bright, bold, and brilliantly fun!
Recommended for ages 4+ | 2–4 players | Phase 2–3 focus
Boxed cards, professionally printed on 350gsm card from managed sources and gloss laminated with rounded corners.
● Parental supervision is required for children under 36 months
● UKCA Marked
● Designed, printed and assembled in the UK