Using the Tic Tac Toad game is easy. First, take out the game base and set it up in a clear area, either indoors or outdoors. Then, distribute three bean bags of the same color to each player. Look at the game board and decide if you want to aim for the lilypads or dragonflies. When it's your turn, toss the bean bags onto the board trying to match three designs. The first one to get three matching designs in a row (vertically, horizontally, or diagonally) wins the game. As for maintenance, keep the game away from water to avoid damage to the game base and the bean bags. If the bean bags get dirty, you can spot - clean them gently. Store the game in a dry place when not in use to keep all the parts in good condition.