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How's your tolerance for puns? You'll need some for Pass the Pigs, a simple game of chance built around a pig theme. Instead of dice, you roll two cute pink piglets, and you gain or lose points depending on how the critters land. For example, if both land on all fours, called a "double trotter," you get 20 points; if they land lying opposite each other, called a "Pig Out," you gain no points and cede your turn. There are a number of other rules as well as a variation called "Hog Call." This would be a good travel game (the pigs, instructions, and scoring pad fit in a small, tidy box) or a fine present for someone who's, well, into pigs! --Elisa Murray
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For 2 or more players
Go hog wild with the pig-tastic game, Pass the Pigs. Players attempt to rack up points by rolling the pig dice - but if they're not careful they might 'Pig Out' and lose all their points. Pass the Pigs is the sizzlin' fun, shakin' bacon game!
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247 of 258 people found the following review helpful
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I am a teacher and I use this game with my kids at school all the time. They LOVE it from grade school to high school depending on how you use it.
I don't really follow the rules that came with it, only the values of how the pigs land. I have used it often in an afterschool tutoring program were we often practice math facts and addition. I took the instruction sheet from the game, found the place where they have the pigs drawn and what the rolls are worth, enlarged it on the copier so all the kids (usually less than 6) can see it at the same time (and of course, colored the pig drawings pink!) Then each student rolls, finds what his roll is worth, and adds his score. The first to pass 100 points wins. We sometimes start with 100 and subtract our score -- the first to zero (or less) wins. We have played where I announce at the beginning of the round that "This roll will be multiplied by 7"..the kids all cheer "Come on doule razorback!" I was amazed how fast they learned what each roll was worth. I would have liked to try something with fractions, but my study group wasn't ready for that. (For example, you could make each roll worth a certain fraction and they would have to add them up at the end of the game.)
We have also used it to study for tests. I ask them a question and if they get it right, they get to roll. I am sure you could adapt it to lots of subjects. It is just a fun way to do rote things with a little more fun.
I have also used it with younger kids who cannot add yet. I drew them a 100 square (a little block about 3"x3" divided into 10x10 grid) and made a bunch of copies. Then they roll, find their score on the scoresheet, then color in that many squares with a marker. Nice counting practice, and visual of how much different coloring in 20 is from coloring in only 5. I sometimes ask them "Look at your paper and at Joe's. Who has more squares colored in? How many do you need to catch up?"
I really don't see any problem with the competing, and I sort of like the added benefit of learning HOW TO LOSE (which few seem to know) and other sportsmanship behaviors.
The only problem I have seen with the game is that the little black dot (on one side of the pig) wears off and I have to keep drawing it on with a sharpie. Also, after about a year, their little piggy tails are hardly hanging on. I need a new set.
GET THE GAME....have fun, change the rules, make up new ones...the pigs are the motivation...you decide what you want them to learn from it. OR learn nothing and just play. You'll like it.
78 of 84 people found the following review helpful
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Pass the Pigs is a variation on Yahtzee, with the fun little pig dice being thrown into different combinations with various point values.
It's a great game to take on trips, or to pull out when entertaining children of various ages; everyone can enjoy it. I've played with children as young as 4 and had a fine time.
Although the rules of the game rely on the player taking a turn until he or she determines that luck is about to run out (at the risk of losing all accumulated points), this can easily be modified (esp. for younger children) so that each player throws the dice in turn and records points.
The educational value is in using mathematical skills, and pattern recognition skills, for younger players.
This game is very durable, but it would be a sad day indeed if the little pigs were ever lost. Luckily, all the parts (pigs, score pad, pencil) fit into a neat little case.
33 of 33 people found the following review helpful
I really like this game for a number of reasons. First, because it's fun for kids AND adults to play, second, because it is very small and portable, and third, because it does require some math, giving it some educational value. It is also a quiet game requiring only a flat surface on which to roll the pigs and enough light to see them. It's nice that there are also so very few parts to lose (2 pigs,pencil,& paper-all in a case).
We keep a set in our car, and when we are waiting to be seated or served at a restaurant, it's a great way to pass the time. It also makes a nice little gift for friends going on a trip. I only wish that I had thought up such a simple, but clever game!
We keep a set in our car, and when we are waiting to be seated or served at a restaurant, it's a great way to pass the time. It also makes a nice little gift for friends going on a trip. I only wish that I had thought up such a simple, but clever game!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Tons of Fun
The game says ages 7 and up, but my just turned 6 year old loves it. As long as there is someone who can do the math to keep score, this game is great fun for the whole family.
Published 1 month ago by Moo's Mommy
Fun for All Ages!
I learned how to play this game almost ten years ago. A friend had it and we would play this Pass the Pigs for hours a night several nights a week. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Raven2353
Not that fun.
The pigs are very small. Would be a great game for travel. But my family didn't get into it and we love games. Wasn't that fun. I will stick with a deck of face cards.
Published 2 months ago by hmay
Great game!
Fun game that you can play with two people or ten people! Very addictive and a entertaining party game. Comes in a carrying case so easy to travel with as well.
Published 3 months ago by Rachel Tierney
Waits the pig
Excellent, enterteining, easy and educational. He promotes the patience, shift of wait and calculation. You can take it of trip and play in any site.
Published 3 months ago by JB
It's cheap...
It is relatively cheap. It is easy to play. It is fun. Adults can enjoy it and so can young children.
Really, there isn't much more to say about it, so I won't.
Really, there isn't much more to say about it, so I won't.
Published 3 months ago by Terry Crock
Can't stop Passin the pigs!
This game was purchased as a gag gift for our White Elephant gift exchange . But the joke is that everyone loves to play it. Read more
Published 3 months ago by M. Lukas
Grandkids loved it
I got this as a Christmas gift for my 8 year old grand daughter. She had all the kids and a few adults play on Christmas day. if was worth the money.
Published 3 months ago by MARY MORRIS
love it!!
I bought this game as a party game, but have ended up playing it more with my two youngest kids. They love it, and it's helping reinforce basic addition too. Read more
Published 3 months ago by mamachick005
Pass it on
Fun, fun game, the more the merrier. The pigs are silly, it's just a fun easy to learn game. Doesn't take a lot of space to play.
Published 3 months ago by Tabitha
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