Free Printable Housewarming Games - Kim Schob - Free Printable

This image shows a "Housewarming Find the Guest" game, which is a fun icebreaker activity for housewarming parties. The goal is to find someone who matches each description in the grid and mark it off. The first person to get five squares in a row (horizontally, vertically, or diagonally) wins.

How to Play:

1. Each player gets a copy of the grid.
2. Players walk around and ask other guests if they match any of the descriptions on the grid.
3. If a guest matches a description, the player marks that square.
4. The first player to mark five squares in a row wins.

Explanation of the Grid:

The grid contains various statements about personal traits, hobbies, skills, and experiences. Here’s a breakdown of each statement:

#### Row 1:
- Has a swimming pool: Someone who owns or has access to a swimming pool.
- Can speak another language: Someone who is bilingual or multilingual.
- Owns a business: Someone who runs their own business or is self-employed.
- Can change a tire: Someone who knows how to fix a flat tire.
- Is an only child: Someone who doesn’t have siblings.

#### Row 2:
- Has the same age as you: Someone who shares your exact age.
- Loves to bake: Someone who enjoys baking as a hobby.
- Plays a musical instrument: Someone who can play any musical instrument.
- Has a vacation house: Someone who owns or rents a vacation home.
- Loves their job: Someone who is passionate about their career.

#### Row 3:
- Is vegan or vegetarian: Someone who follows a plant-based diet.
- Exercised today: Someone who worked out recently.
- FREE: This square is free; you can mark it without asking anyone.
- Traveled 1+ hour to get here: Someone who traveled more than an hour to attend the party.
- Is shorter than you: Someone who is physically shorter than you.

#### Row 4:
- Has a fire pit: Someone who owns or uses a fire pit.
- Visited at least 3 countries: Someone who has traveled to at least three different countries.
- Doesn’t cook: Someone who doesn’t enjoy cooking or doesn’t cook often.
- Has painted a room before: Someone who has experience painting walls.
- Is allergic to cats or dogs: Someone who is allergic to pets.

#### Row 5:
- Can fix a clogged drain: Someone who knows how to unclog drains.
- Plays video games: Someone who enjoys playing video games.
- Is married the longest: Someone who has been married for the longest time among the group.
- Has a hobby: Someone who has a specific hobby or interest.
- Wears glasses: Someone who wears glasses.

Winning Strategy:

- Focus on marking squares in a way that allows you to complete a row (horizontal, vertical, or diagonal) as quickly as possible.
- Use the "FREE" square strategically to give yourself an advantage.
- Ask questions politely and engage with guests to make the game enjoyable for everyone.

Example of Winning:

If you mark the following squares:
- Row 1, Column 1: "Has a swimming pool"
- Row 2, Column 1: "Has the same age as you"
- Row 3, Column 3: "FREE"
- Row 4, Column 1: "Has a fire pit"
- Row 5, Column 1: "Can fix a clogged drain"

You would win because these squares form a vertical line.

Final Answer:

The objective is to mark five squares in a row (horizontal, vertical, or diagonal) by finding guests who match the descriptions. Use the "FREE" square strategically to increase your chances of winning. Enjoy the game and interact with guests!

Boxed Final Answer:
\boxed{\text{Mark five squares in a row by finding matching guests.}}