Visualising and representing

The aim of the game is to slide the green square from the top right hand corner to the bottom left hand corner in the least number of moves.

This game for two, was played in ancient Egypt as far back as 1400 BC. The game was taken by the Moors to Spain, where it is mentioned in 13th century manuscripts, and the Spanish name Alquerque derives from the Arabic El- quirkat. Watch out for being 'huffed'.

An ancient game for two from Egypt. You'll need twelve distinctive 'stones' each to play. You could chalk out the board on the ground - do ask permission first.

A shape and space game for 2, 3 or 4 players. Be the last person to be able to place a pentomino piece on the playing board.

A game for 1 or 2 people. Use the interactive version, or play with friends. Try to round up as many counters as possible.

A game for 2 players. Given a board of dots in a grid pattern, players take turns drawing a line by connecting 2 adjacent dots. Your goal is to complete more squares than your opponent.

A game for two players based on a game from the Somali people of Africa. The first player to pick all the other's 'pumpkins' is the winner.

Can you discover whether this is a fair game?

This is a simple version of an ancient game played all over the world. It is also called Mancala. What tactics will increase your chances of winning?