2026 Dots and Boxes Game
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Celebrate the new year with this 2026-themed dots and boxes game.
This game is just one of many free printable dots and boxes games that I have created for my own classroom and am sharing with you!
Be sure to check out my entire collection of printable games for the classroom.
Looking for more New Years Puzzles and Activities for celebrating the beginning of 2026? Here’s a few examples of the other 2026-themed New Years Resources I have created.
About Dots and Boxes
Dots and boxes is a classic pencil-and-paper game which goes by a variety of different names including dots, boxes, pigs in a pen, the game of dots, or dots and dashes.
The game was originally named “la pipopipette” when it was published in the 19th century by Edouard Lucas, a French mathematician.
Instructions and Scoring
Like the original dots and boxes game, this is a paper and pencil game for two players. Take turns drawing a line from one dot to another on the grid. If your line completes a box, write your initials in the box and take an extra turn.
Each completed square is worth one point. Earn an additional bonus point for each 2026 in your squares. Once the grid is completely filled, the player with the most points wins.
I would recommend placing this puzzle in a dry erase pocket when using it in your classroom.
Printable File for 2026 Dots and Boxes Game
This 2026 Dots and Boxes game is available to save as a printable PDF.
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2026 Dots and Boxes Game (PDF)
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