The Birdie Card was thoughtfully designed to remove the barriers to learning mahjong. Created by Certified Mahjong Instructor Sarah Nazarian, this simplified card helps beginners gain confidence and joy in playing the game - and also provides a way to level up your play as you advance!

Each Birdie Card includes only a concise selection of hands making it easier to focus and reducing the overwhelm that often comes with learning. The interior hands match the hands on The Bear Cub Card, and the additional optional panel includes the more complex addition hands, year, quint, and singles and pairs hands. There is a level for everyone and you can level-up as you increase your skills!

Every detail has been refined with beginners in mind:

• Simple groupings — most hands use 3–4 tile groupings, making it easy to call for Jokers and avoid tricky singles and pairs.

• Minimal singles

• Helpful symbols — each line includes an icon, making it easy to track your chosen hand and clearly communicate your winning line to others. This is an especially helpful tool for beginners!

• Exposed hands only — eliminating the frustration of concealed hands while you’re still building skills.

• Easy pivoting — hands are intentionally designed to make switching between lines simple, boosting early success and confidence.

• Levels of play - an additional panel of options for those wanting to advance.

The Birdie Card also includes a leveled learning system that builds understanding and skill in a fun, approachable way—helping beginners feel capable, confident, and ready to call “Mahjong!”

The Bear Cub Card was thoughtfully designed to remove the barriers to learning mahjong. Created by Certified Mahjong Instructor and mother of five, Sarah Nazarian, this simplified card helps beginners and kids gain confidence and joy in playing the game.

Each Bear Cub Card includes only a concise selection of hands—about one-third the number found on the standard NMJL card—making it easier to focus and reducing the overwhelm that often comes with learning.

Every detail has been refined with beginners in mind:

• Beginner-friendly sections only — challenging categories from the League card have been removed.

• Simple groupings — most hands use 3–4 tile groupings, making it easy to call for Jokers and avoid tricky singles and pairs.

• Minimal singles — only three hands include singles, and those tiles are clearly outlined with boxes so you won’t mistakenly call for them.

• Helpful symbols — each line includes an icon, making it easy to track your chosen hand and clearly communicate your winning line to others. This is an especially helpful tool for beginners!

• No soaps or zeros — all hands use the white dragon tile instead, simplifying gameplay for new learners.

• Exposed hands only — eliminating the frustration of concealed hands while you’re still building skills.

• Easy pivoting — hands are intentionally designed to make switching between lines simple, boosting early success and confidence.

The Bear Cub Card also includes a four-level learning system that introduces mahjong step by step. This guided approach builds understanding and skill in a fun, approachable way—helping beginners feel capable, confident, and ready to call “Mahjong!”

Bring a little color and connection to your Mahjong table with this handmade Gemstone Vintage Tile Bracelet. Each piece is crafted with vibrant gemstone beads and a genuine vintage Mahjong tile, celebrating the joy of gathering and playing together. NOW WITH GOLD BEADS as shown in Photo #4.

• Made with stretchy cord for a comfortable fit. Fits the majority of wrist sizes. If you think you require a custom smaller or larger fit, please contact me directly.

• Strung with colorful trendy gemstone beads that reflect the fun and energy of the game

• Finished with a vintage Mahjong tile — each one slightly unique!

Wear it as a reminder of joyful games, laughter with friends, and time spent around the table. 

Buy one for yourself or purchase several- they make the perfect gift!

To request a specific tile, please contact me at sarahnazarian@gmail.com for availability.

Hand crafted in Waco, Texas. Original copyrighted design by Mama Bear Mahjong.