Games (word, pen and paper, card) Top Stories

Roll dice to score points, but as soon as you roll a 1, the turn is over and you score nothing.

Often called Moogle or Screw Your Neighbor. Pass that low card to your neighbor and hope that someone else gets stuck with a lower card than you.

Also known as Roshambo. Rock beats scissors, scissors beats paper, paper beats rock.

Make runs (10♣, J♣, Q♣, K♣) and sets (5♣, 5♥, 5♠) to get rid of the cards in your hand. Slam down your winning melds, and declare "Rummy!"

Also known as 500 Rum and Persian Rummy. This popular version of Rummy employs more cards per player and allows for more players. It's a race to see who can get to 500 points.

This fun game takes little skill and is terrific for young children. Play the suits in sequence. First player to get rid of all his cards wins.

Also known as Snap. Great for young children and family game nights, this crazy game is as simple as its name. See a Jack? Slap it!

The trump suit is always the same in this trick-taking game. Use the power of your Spades to take the most tricks for your team.

Also known as Pig. Players quickly pass cards around the table in this wild, fast-paced card game. Don't be left without a spoon!