DIY Party Games

Matchstick Fish Puzzle

By moving just 3 matchsticks, change the swim direction of a matchstick fish from left to right.

A clever little puzzle to entertain your guests.

 

How To Play

  • Step 1.

    Lay out 8 matchsticks like swimming fish as shown in the image.

  • Step 2.

    Challenge your guests to reverse the swimming direction of the fish by moving just 3 of the matchsticks, to end up as shown in this image.

  • Step 3.

    Solution: First move one match like this.

  • Step 4.

    Second, move this one

  • Step 5.

    Finally, move this one and there you have it!

  • The Winner

    Anyone who can successfully solve the puzzle deserves a prize.

The Details

  • Location: Indoor (home)
  • Ages: 2-6 years, 7-11 years, 12-16 years, 18 years or older
  • Team: No
  • Physical: No
  • Average Duration: 5-15 minutes
  • Cost: £0-£1
  • Occasion: Family Party, Adult Party, Children's Party, Drinks Party
  • Essential Equipment - Other: 8 matchsticks
  • Ease to Learn: Very Easy