Let’s walk through how to play this Summer Board Game step by step, so you can understand the rules and enjoy playing it with friends or family.
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This is a printable dice game for kids. You’ll need:
- The printed board (which you see in the image)
- One die (like the red one shown — it has dots from 1 to 6)
- Small tokens or pieces to move around the board (like the blue and gray fuzzy balls shown)
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How to Play:
1.
Start at “START”
Everyone begins on the space labeled “START” near the sloth holding a surfboard.
2.
Take turns rolling the die
On your turn, roll the die. Move your token forward that many spaces along the path.
3.
Follow the instructions on each space
Some spaces have special instructions:
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+ numbers → Move forward that many extra spaces.
Example: If you land on “+3”, move ahead 3 more spaces.
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– numbers → Move backward that many spaces.
Example: If you land on “–2”, go back 2 spaces.
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“MISS A TURN” → Skip your next turn.
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“TAKE A SHORTCUT” → Follow the dotted arrow to jump ahead to another spot.
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“GO BACK” → Go back to the space indicated (like going back to start or another point).
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Reach “FINISH” to win!
The goal is to be the first player to land exactly on the “FINISH” space at the top left of the board.
⚠️ Important: If you roll a number that would take you *past* FINISH, you must bounce back.
Example: If you’re 2 spaces away from FINISH and roll a 5, you move 2 to FINISH, then bounce back 3 spaces.
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Let’s Try an Example Turn:
Imagine you’re on the “START” space.
- You roll a 4 → move 4 spaces forward.
- You land on a space that says “+2” → now move 2 more spaces.
- Now you’re on a space that says “MISS A TURN” → your next turn is skipped.
- Next player goes… then when it’s your turn again, you roll and continue.
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Tips for Winning:
- Watch out for “–” spaces — they send you backward!
- Use shortcuts wisely — they can help you skip ahead.
- Plan your moves if you’re close to FINISH — try to roll the exact number needed.
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Final Answer:
To play the Summer Board Game, start at “START”, take turns rolling the die, move your token along the path, follow all space instructions (+, –, miss turn, shortcut), and be the first to land exactly on “FINISH” to win.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of printable dice games boards.
