📘 How to Play Brick Breaker

In Brick Breaker, your goal is to demolish the rows of colorful bricks at the top using a ball controlled by a moving paddle. Aim carefully to bounce the ball back upward and clear the screen before it drops. Success relies on predicting angles and timing rather than speed.

1. Move the paddle at the bottom by sliding your mouse, finger, or using the left and right arrow keys.
2. Watch the ball bounce off your paddle to change its angle and direct it toward the unbroken bricks above.
3. Keep hitting the bricks to increase your score until all blocks disappear, but catch the ball before it hits the bottom edge.

👶 What to expect at ages 6-12

Children aged 6-12 may struggle with predicting the exact angle of the ball's rebound, often leading to missed catches. They need patience to observe how the paddle's position affects the direction of the ball.

🏠 At home and in class

While playing, verbally discuss where you should aim to hit specific bricks, such as asking 'Should we hit the left edge or the center?' Use your finger on the screen to trace the expected path of the ball before it bounces.

💡 Tips

• Hitting the edges of the paddle creates a sharper angle, so try aiming away from the center for harder shots.
• If using keyboard arrows, avoid sudden stops to maintain smooth control over the ball's trajectory.
• Pause briefly after a bounce to anticipate the next direction before moving the paddle again.