Planet Finska | Chinese Checkers

Chinese Checkers is the family classic 6-pointed star board, where players must jump their 8 pegs to the opposite star point before their opponent does. This classic Chinese Checkers by Planet Finska features a beautiful birch wooden finish that is light weight and compact. It is perfect for taking along to the park, a BBQ or to a mates’ place for a fun games night as it can be played with 2, 3, 4, or 6 people.  Board folds in half for easy storage of the hand-painted wooden pegs.

Board Size 24.4cm x 12cm x 4.5cm

Surprisingly Chinese Checkers wasn’t invented in China, rather it originated in Germany in 1892 as a star shaped version of the American game ‘Halma’. 

Key Learning Opportunities: Strategy – Problem Solving – Concentration
Suitable for Ages: 7+ Years 
Materials: Eco-friendly light weight birch wood

Planet Finska are a leading Australian designer and merchant of artfully crafted traditional games. Their objective is to craft games that are consistent with their origin and are interactive in the truest sense, creating a catalyst for family and friends to socialise, laugh and create memories. With the belief that the best games are those with substance that exercise both mind and body, they create beautiful games made from quality hardwoods.  Planet Finska are devoted to using wood from environmentally responsible sources and prefer quality hardwoods so that their products are built to last.