Experience the story of humankind with Sapiens: Human History, an enriching card game that guides players through the evolution of humanity.
Get the whole family together from one era, from prehistory to the future. The game develops memory, perceptiveness and introduces children to the world of history.
Go back in time and discover the history of mankind in a fun, family-friendly way! Sapiens is a card game that allows children to learn about different eras - from prehistory, ancient Egypt, the Middle Ages, imperial China and the future. Your task is to complete families, each with 6 cards.
Game rules at a glance
Players ask each other questions about the possession of specific cards. If you guess correctly, you get a card and keep asking. If not, you draw a card from the pile. When you complete a family, you shout SAPIENS! and put it back on the table. The person with the most complete families wins.
This is the perfect game for little explorers and the whole family. Play, learn and discover the past together.
Suitable for ages 3+.
Materials: Cardboard and eco-friendly box
Dimensions: Dimensions of cards: 8 x 12 cm
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