Sudoku for Kids #24
sudoku · ages 5-8 · medium
Editorial team · Published July 11, 2026
This free printable sudoku for kids features a neat 6x6 grid, perfect for little hands and developing minds. Each puzzle is divided into six 2x3 boxes, and about half the numbers are already filled in, giving a great starting point. The goal is simple: complete every row, column, and 2x3 box using the numbers 1 through 6, ensuring no number repeats within any of those sections. There's a real sense of accomplishment as each number finds its correct place and the grid steadily fills up.
A great way to approach this sudoku is to pick a row, column, or 2x3 box that has the most numbers already filled in. If a section is almost complete, it often makes it easier to figure out the missing one or two numbers. For instance, if a row is only missing a '4' and a '6', check the corresponding columns and 2x3 boxes to see where those numbers might already exist, helping you narrow down their positions within that row.
To extend the life of this printable, laminate the page after printing, or slip it into a clear plastic sleeve. Your child can then use a dry-erase marker to solve the puzzles over and over again. This not only makes it reusable for individual practice but also allows for easy sharing among siblings or in a classroom setting, helping kids build their logical thinking and problem-solving skills collaboratively.
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US Letter (8.5×11"). Print at home, no sign-up needed.
Tip: set your printer to “Fit to page” for best results.
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Frequently asked questions
My child says the puzzle is impossible. Now what?
It isn't — every grid starts from a fully valid solution, so a way through always exists. The trick is to hunt for the most-filled row, column or box and ask what's missing there. If a wrong number went in early, a fresh printed copy is often kinder than untangling the error.
How long should a kids' sudoku take?
Anywhere from five minutes to half an hour is normal, and speed doesn't matter. If it's over in two minutes, move up a grid size; if it stalls completely, solve the next number together and hand the pencil back.
What age is the Sudoku for Kids #24 for?
It's aimed at kids ages 5–8 — enough detail to be interesting without being fiddly. Younger siblings can join in with help, and the range is a guide, not a gate: match the child, not the label.
Will it print okay in black and white?
Yes — the printable itself is black line art on a white background, so any printer handles it, including basic laser printers. Set your printer to grayscale or "black ink only" to save color ink; the page will look exactly the same.