ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

House rule

Okay kiddo, so you know how when we play games or do things with others, there are certain rules that we need to follow? Well, sometimes people want to change those rules to make things a little different or more fun. That's where house rules come in.

A house rule is a rule that is made up by the people playing a game or doing an activity together. It's like making your own special rulebook just for you and your friends. It could be something small, like how many times you can roll the dice in a board game, or something bigger, like what happens when someone lands on a certain space in the game.

The cool thing about house rules is that they can be different for every group of people. One group might have a rule that you have to play with your eyes closed in a certain game, while another group might have a rule that you can only use your left hand. It's all about having fun and making the experience your own.

But, it's important to remember that house rules only apply to the people who made them up. If you go to someone else's house and play the same game, their house rules might be different. So, always make sure to ask what the rules are before you start playing.

So there you have it, kiddo! House rules are just special rules that you make up with your friends to make a game or activity more fun and unique to your group. Just remember to always follow the house rules and have a great time playing together!