Daily Matchstick Puzzles

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5 Plus 1 Is Not 2

Move 3 matchsticks to make the equation correct.

0 Minus 9 Is Not 3

Move 1 matchstick to make the equation correct.

4 Plus 6 Is Not 3

Move 1 matchstick to make the equation correct.

A Hundred to Ten

Nine matchsticks build up a hundred. Move 2 matchsticks to get 10. ____________ *by Serhiy Grabarchuk Jr

5 Times 8 Is Not 54

Move 1 matchstick to make the equation correct.

1 Plus 1 Is Not 8

Remove 2 matchsticks to get a correct equation.

8 Times 8 Is Not 87

Move 2 matchsticks to make the equation correct.

Tree to a House

Move 5 matchsticks to convert this stylized tree into a simple house. ____________ *by Serhiy Grabarchuk Jr

5 Minus 2 Is Not 6

Move 3 matchsticks to make the equation correct.

6 Plus 5 Is Not 18

Remove 2 matchsticks to make the equation correct.

5 Minus 3 Is Not 8

Move 1 matchstick to make the equation correct.

G7 or G8

There are seven equilateral triangles in this composition. Move 3 matchsticks to form 8 identical equilateral triangles. ____________ *by Serhiy Grabarchuk Jr

9 Minus 6 Is Not 77

Move 3 matchsticks to make the equation correct.

5 Plus 7 Is Not 2

Move 1 matchstick to make the correct equation.

The Hidden Square

Move 1 matchstick to create a square.

5 Triangles to 8

You can count 5 equilateral triangles in this composition. Move 2 matchsticks to get 8 equilateral triangles. ____________ *by Serhiy Grabarchuk

0 Plus 7 Is Not 1

Move 1 matchstick to make the equation correct.

Coins into the Glasses

Make the two coins be placed into the glasses, without moving the coins but rather moving 4 matchsticks.

1 Plus 5 Is Not 2

Move 1 matchstick to make the equation correct.

Star of David to 10 Triangles

In the Star of David you can spot 8 equilateral triangles. Move 4 matchsticks to end up with 10 triangles. ____________ *by Serhiy Grabarchuk Jr

0 Plus 5 Is Not 2

Move 2 matchsticks to make the correct equation.

6 Times 9 Is Not 98

Remove 3 matchsticks to make the equation correct.

FLIP

Move 1 matchstick to make another valid word.

The Envelope

This envelope consists of a triangle and a square. Move 1 matchstick to get 1 square and 2 triangles. ____________ *by Serhiy Grabarchuk Jr

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Puzzles with matchsticks are very popular today among both children and adults. They help a person develop logical thinking and attentiveness. Matchstick logic problem can be very different. Basically, the tasks require you to create some kind of image, number or geometric figure.

Matchstick modeling develops thinking. The main highlight of such problems is that the answer is usually not obvious. Moreover, sometimes at first glance it seems that it is impossible to solve the puzzle at all. It takes at least a few minutes of thinking in your head or with a pencil. Obviously, such exercises are useful for “pumping up” logic and developing spatial thinking in a child.

Matchstick riddles influence the imagination. By imagining what would happen if we move this or that matchstick, we develop the “imagination center” inside our brain. Matchstick puzzles improve short-term memory. This is especially true for those who solve such problems in their head, remembering intermediate results. Spending time solving puzzles encourages attentiveness and perseverance. Last but not least - concentration plays a key part as well.

Challenging yourself to solve a matchstick puzzle in the shortest timespan boosts your self-esteem. And then, challenging yourself to solve a really difficult problem, we feel more confident and stop giving in to difficulties ahead.

Our constantly expanding collection of interactive matchstick puzzles comes in different difficulty levels, making them suitable for both adults and children. You can return to your favorite puzzles many times and share them with friends and dear ones.

How to solve matchstick puzzles? It is clear that in each specific case the approach differs, but there are still general recommendations. The hint is often contained in the problem’s objective itself, so you need to read it very carefully. Analyze whether there is a “double bottom” or a catch in it. Prepare for the fact that the solution is not trivial - otherwise the task would not be called a puzzle. Often you need to move 1 matchstick to get one or another figure or a certain number of figures. Don't forget: several small shapes (for example, squares) can make up a large one. Take your time. Don't focus on getting through the exercise quickly. Consider your options carefully.

As a pleasant bonus, we would like to draw your attention to 7 interesting facts about matchstick production:

- a match that ends up in sea water will decompose within six months;

- the best material for making matches is aspen;

- the first matchboxes were made of metal;

- there are more than 100 types of matches in the world;

- about 30 billion matchboxes are produced annually on the planet;

- on average there are approximately 40 matches in a box. In the 19th century, the number reached 60 pieces;

- it turns out that an ordinary match can save a person from death if he is bitten by a poisonous karakurt spider. To do this, the bite site must be cauterized as quickly as possible, as a result of which the poison will disintegrate and will not pose any threat to the human.