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PuzzleAges 5–11Part of Arcade Walk

Arrange Numbers: slide the tiles into order

Arrange Numbers is a sliding-tile puzzle. Numbers are shuffled in a grid with one empty space, and the player slides tiles into the gap to put them in order, aiming for as few moves as possible. It exercises number order and planning.

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How to play

  1. The numbers are shuffled in a grid with one empty space.
  2. Tap any tile directly next to the empty space (up, down, left or right) and it slides into the gap.
  3. Arrange the tiles in order, left to right and top to bottom.
  4. Aim for fewer moves than the par target. 3 stars means solved at or below par, 2 stars up to double par, and 1 star for any completed solve.
  5. Fewer moves means a higher score and more XP.

Maths skills it builds

  • Number order
  • Planning ahead
  • Efficiency and optimisation
  • Spatial reasoning

Why it works

Putting numbers in order is simple, but doing it in few moves means thinking about where each tile has to travel. The par target gives children a clear goal to beat, which encourages them to replay and improve. Grids of 3×3 (8 tiles), 4×4 (15 tiles) and 5×5 (24 tiles) give a long runway.

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Questions parents ask

What sizes are there?

3×3 with tiles 1–8 for Beginner, 4×4 with tiles 1–15 for Explorer and 5×5 with tiles 1–24 for Champion.

How is the score worked out?

By efficiency: solving at or below the par move count earns full marks and 3 stars.

Is every puzzle solvable?

Yes. Each shuffled puzzle can be completed.

Can guests play?

Yes. Guests can play the Beginner level. Signing up unlocks Explorer and Champion.

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