# Picnic

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2008
- **BGG Rating**: 5.5
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2-4
- **Duration**: 15 min
- **Weight**: 1.00 / 5
- **Designers**: (Uncredited)
- **Publishers**: Alary Games, Jumbo, Tactic
- **Categories**: Children's Game, Educational
- **Mechanics**: Dice Rolling, Set Collection

## Verdict
If you love quick, kid‑friendly games, Picnic serves up colorful fun and learning in just 15 minutes.Super simple rulesSafe componentsTeaches colors and shapesOnly 2‑4 playersLacks strategic depthRECOMMENDED

## Description
Picnic is a fast‑paced, colorful game crafted especially for young kids. Each player gets a mat displaying snack pictures – apple, juice, pear, roll and cake – and a large wooden die that bears fruit, drink and even a smiling face on its faces. On a turn, the player rolls the die and tries to claim the item that matches the shown symbol. When the die lands on the happy face, the player may pick any snack they still need for their set. The goal is to complete a five‑item collection before the other players. The rules are so straightforward that children aged 2‑4 grasp them in minutes, and a game lasts about 15 minutes, perfect for a quick break between activities. Components are sturdy and safe, made of wood and thick cardboard, standing up to little hands. Besides being fun, the game reinforces color and shape recognition and encourages counting as kids match symbols to the number of items they have gathered. Because everything unfolds in real time, the play feels lively, with giggles and a race to finish the picnic. If a family wants a light, educational title that fits in a bag for a park outing, Picnic delivers exactly that, without heavy explanations or long set‑up. It’s an ideal gateway for introducing children to board games in a playful, safe way.

## FAQ
### How many players can join?
2 to 4 players, great for siblings or small groups.

### How long does a game take?
About 15 minutes, ideal for quick breaks.

### What is the minimum age?
Recommended for children 2 years and up, with safe components.

### What components are included?
A large wooden die, individual mats with snack images, and colorful snack cards.

### Is there deep strategy involved?
No, the game relies on dice luck and color recognition, not complex decisions.

### Is it educational? How?
Yes, it reinforces colors, shapes and basic counting as players collect snack sets.

### Do I need a lot of space to play?
Not at all; a small table or the floor works fine for the game.