The simple rules of this game make it a child favorite, but adults get a treat with this large version of the board game.
Materials
- String
- 8 stakes
- 10 rocks
- Paint
Tools
- Hammer
Your lush, green lawn is the perfect background for this board game. Take full advantage of it.
Step 1
Determine the dimensions of the board, around 6’x6’. But you can make it as large as you want.
Tip: Set up two (or more) boards side by side and organize a friendly competition.
Step 2
Use stakes to divide the board into 9 even areas.
Step 3
Connect the stakes with the string to create the familiar tic-tac-toe board.
Tip: Use colorful string or rope to make it more fun, you will find plenty of options at your local improvement store.
Step 4
Paint rocks with X’s and O’s.
Tip: Instead of rocks, use pieces of scrap wood, paper plates, even cornhole bags in two different colors, you can even toss the bags onto the board cornhole style.
Step 5
Have fun connecting three in a row and connecting with family and friends.
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