What age can kids start doing sudoku?

Kids as young as 4 or 5 can try 4×4 picture sudoku. 6×6 suits ages 6–8, and easy 9×9 suits ages 8 and up.

Do you need math for sudoku?

No! The numbers are just symbols. You could use pictures instead, like our 4×4 puzzles do.

Each number or picture appears only once in every row, every column and every box.

Find the row, column or box with the most squares filled in. Or press Hint for a friendly tip.

Yes. Our printable sudoku pages include easy and large-print sheets with answer keys.

What is it?

Sudoku is a number (or picture!) puzzle. You don't need to do any math, just think and look carefully!

💡 Ollie's Tip

Look for a row, column, or box that's almost full. Those are the easiest to finish first!

No timer, no rush. Take your time!

Pick a fruit, then tap an empty square!

Sudoku builds logic, patience and pattern recognition. There's no math: it's all about careful looking and reasoning.

Start at the Easy level, and try printing a sheet to solve together. Read clues out loud and celebrate every word or square found.

What age can kids start doing sudoku?: Kids as young as 4 or 5 can try 4×4 picture sudoku. 6×6 suits ages 6–8, and easy 9×9 suits ages 8 and up.
Do you need math for sudoku?: No! The numbers are just symbols. You could use pictures instead, like our 4×4 puzzles do.
What is the golden rule?: Each number or picture appears only once in every row, every column and every box.
What if I get stuck?: Find the row, column or box with the most squares filled in. Or press Hint for a friendly tip.
Can I print kids sudoku?: Yes. Our printable sudoku pages include easy and large-print sheets with answer keys.