puzzles
Tower of Hanoi
Move the whole tower, one disc at a time
Peg Solitaire
Jump the pegs until only one is left
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About Peg Solitaire
A board of pegs, and one rule: a peg jumps over its neighbour into an empty hole, and the peg it jumped is removed. Keep going until only one peg remains. Boards start with five pegs and build up to seventeen, and every single one has been proved solvable — so if a child gets stuck, the way through really does exist.
Peg Solitaire is one of our free puzzles & logic games for kids — play it right here in your browser, or browse all our free online games.
How to Play
- Tap a peg to pick it up — the holes it can jump to light up.
- Tap a lit hole to jump. The peg you jumped over disappears.
- Keep jumping until one peg is left.
- Undo is always there if a route runs out.
Tips & Tricks
- Try not to strand a peg on its own in a corner.
- Work towards the middle — pegs at the edge run out of jumps.
- If you get stuck, undo a few moves rather than starting over.
What Kids Learn
Peg Solitaire is more than fun — it helps build real skills:
- Planning several moves ahead
- Thinking about consequences
- Working towards a single goal
Peg Solitaire — Frequently Asked Questions
Is Peg Solitaire free to play?
Yes — Peg Solitaire is completely free to play here in your browser. There's no sign-up, no download and nothing to buy.
How do you play Peg Solitaire?
Tap a peg, then tap a highlighted hole. Tap a peg to pick it up — the holes it can jump to light up.
Do I need to download anything to play Peg Solitaire online?
No. Peg Solitaire runs in any web browser on a phone, tablet or computer — just open the page and play. Nothing installs.
What age is Peg Solitaire for?
Peg Solitaire is made for ages 6 to 12. It helps children practise planning several moves ahead and thinking about consequences while they play.
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