Riddles for Kids (with Answers)
Fun, clean riddles for kids with hints and answers, from easy “what has hands but cannot clap?” to animal and “what am I?” riddles. Solve 10 per round, build a streak and see who in the family is the best riddle solver.
How to play Riddles for Kids
- Each round has 10 riddles. Read the riddle (out loud is more fun) and think it over.
- Stuck? Press Hint for a clue. A riddle solved without a hint scores 100 points; with a hint it scores 50.
- Press Show answer, then be honest: tap Got it if you solved it or Not this time if you did not. Solving riddles in a row builds a streak.
- At the end of the round you see your score and every riddle you missed with its answer. Riddles you have seen are not repeated until you have worked through the whole deck.
- Playing as a family or class? Add names with Players and each riddle goes to the next person. Turn on the think timer to reveal the answer automatically when time runs out.
Controls
- H: show a hint
- Enter: show the answer
- Y / N: got it / not this time
Tips
- Read the riddle twice. Most riddles play with a word that has two meanings, like “hands” on a clock.
- Think about objects around the house: many riddles describe everyday things in a sneaky way.
- Teachers: riddles make a great morning warm-up. Use the think timer and let the class shout answers.
FAQ
What are some good riddles for kids?
Favorites include: What has hands but cannot clap? (A clock.) What gets wetter the more it dries? (A towel.) What has keys but cannot open a door? (A piano.) What has a neck but no head? (A bottle.) What building has the most stories? (A library.)
Are the riddles suitable for young children?
Yes. This page uses our Easy Kids, What Am I?, Animals, Funny and Word and Number decks, all clean and written for ages five and up, with hints for the trickier ones.
How do riddles help kids learn?
Riddles build vocabulary, reading comprehension and flexible thinking, because kids have to notice words with double meanings and look at a problem from a new angle.
Where are the answers?
Every riddle has its answer: press Show answer. At the end of each round you also get a list of the riddles you missed with their answers.