Virtual Manipulatives Towers of Hanoi

After explaining to my wife the directions and goal of Towers of Hanoi she began moving pieces. During the process she expressed frustration and felt at times it was impossible to solve. I believe she felt I was setting her up on a game that could not be solved. Once she felt comfortable that it was possible and a real game she immediately began working to solve the puzzle. From that point on she solved it very quickly with little frustration. She ended up solving the puzzle on her second turn in 15 moves. This game may initially be intimidating but once people get a grasp for it then becomes rather fun. It is a game I can definitely see my students enjoying.