How to Play Bugs in the Kitchen: Family Rules and Setup

Quick answer

To play Bugs in the Kitchen, set up the kitchen board with the cockroach and cutlery, then take turns rolling the dice to turn a fork, knife, or spoon and trap the bug. The first player to collect five chips wins.

Step-by-step: How to play Bugs in the Kitchen

1. Set up the kitchen board: Place the kitchen board on a flat surface and insert the cockroach into its starting position. Arrange the fork, knife, and spoon in their designated slots according to the instructions. Check that the cockroach moves freely and the cutlery turns smoothly before starting.
2. Give each player a chip-collecting area: Each player needs a space to collect their chips. Place the chips in a central pile within reach of all players. Use a small bowl or plate for each player to keep chips from scattering.
3. Decide who goes first: The youngest player typically goes first, or roll the dice to determine the starting player. Play then continues clockwise. Agree on the order before the first roll to avoid disagreements later.
4. Roll the dice and turn the cutlery: On your turn, roll the dice. The face shown tells you which piece of cutlery to turn: fork, knife, or spoon. Turn that piece as skillfully as you can to try to trap the cockroach. Turn gently but deliberately—too fast and the cockroach may escape.
5. Trap the cockroach to win a chip: If you successfully trap the cockroach under the cutlery or in the trap, you win a chip. Take one chip from the central pile and place it in your area. Make sure the cockroach is fully trapped before claiming your chip.
6. Reset and continue: After a chip is won, release the cockroach and reset the cutlery to their starting positions. The next player takes their turn. Quick resets keep the game moving and avoid downtime.
7. Win the game: The first player to collect five chips wins the hunt for the light-shy creepy-crawly! Celebrate the winner and offer a rematch—games are short enough for multiple rounds.

Product facts

• Bugs in the Kitchen: The cockroach whizzes swiftly through the kitchen, and players use cutlery to catch it in a trap. This fast-paced action keeps kids engaged and encourages quick thinking and hand-eye coordination.