Sudoku for Kids
Sudoku for Kids offers free, kid-sized 4×4 and 6×6 sudoku puzzles with hints, a perfect introduction to logic puzzles.
Sudoku for Kids
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- Ages
- 6–12
- School years
- Grade 1–Grade 6
- Skills
- Logical reasoning, Process of elimination, Persistence and patience
- Time
- 2–5 minutes a round
- Cost
- Free, no sign-up
- Updated
How to play Sudoku for Kids
- Choose a 4×4 or 6×6 grid and a level.
- Tap an empty square, then tap a number (or use your keyboard).
- Each row, column and box must contain every number exactly once.
- Stuck? Use a hint, but try to solve it with as few hints and mistakes as possible.
What your child learns
- Logical reasoning
- Process of elimination
- Persistence and patience
- Number recognition
About Sudoku for Kids
Sudoku teaches children to reason step by step: “this square can’t be a 2 because there’s already a 2 in this row”. That same thinking helps with math problem-solving.
Every puzzle is generated fresh and checked to have exactly one solution, so there is always a logical path to the answer.
Which level should my child play?
| School year | Suggested level |
|---|---|
| Grade 1 | 4×4 Easy |
| Grade 2 | 4×4 Medium or Hard |
| Grade 3 | 6×6 Easy |
| Grade 4 | 6×6 Medium |
| Grade 5 | 6×6 Hard |
| Grade 6 | 6×6 Hard |
Move up a level after getting three stars two or three times in a row.
🏆 Leaderboard
Full leaderboard →Play a round to get on the board! Create a free account to save your scores.
🖨️ Printable worksheets
Practice away from the screen too: free worksheets with answer keys that match this game.
📝 Use it for test prep
Sudoku for Kids builds skills for these tests.
Frequently asked questions
What age can kids start sudoku?
Many children can solve 4×4 sudoku from about age 6, and 6×6 from about age 8.
Are the puzzles always different?
Yes. A new puzzle with a single solution is created every time you play.
Is it free?
Yes, completely free with no sign-up.
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Help your child shine in school
Practice at home is a great start. Success Tutoring offers personalized tutoring to build skills and confidence.