The 2×2×2 cube. This is essential the "corners only" version of the classic 3×3×3 cube. The applet below was written by Werner Randelshofer (CubeTwister). Since this cube is really just the 3×3×3 ...

Using a tool like this can help children improve their dexterity and handling of the cube, and get used to how the puzzle moves, and how certain movements result in particular outcomes.

Label the facets of the Rubik's Cube as shown in the diagram. It may help to view this labeling on the flattened cube as follows. The permutations corresponding to each of the basic moves of the Rubik ...