Poople #315 Answer: KIDS to POOP
June 25, 2026 · Easy · 5 moves
Full solution
The shortest path from KIDS to POOP takes 5 moves.
Shortest path
- Step 1KIDSBIDS1st letter, K to B
- Step 2BIDSBODS2nd letter, I to O
- Step 3BODSBOOS3rd letter, D to O
- Step 4BOOSBOOP4th letter, S to P
- Step 5BOOPPOOP1st letter, B to P
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About this puzzle
Par 5 of 11. Rated Easy.
1 distinct shortest path(s) from KIDS to POOP.
KIDS connects to 8 other valid words.
This puzzle has exactly one shortest route: every move is forced, with no equally short alternative at any step.
Easier than #314 (OURS, par 6) by 1 move(s). #314 OURS
Easier than #316 (NANA, par 8) by 3 move(s). #316 NANA
How the routes branch
Every word in this ladder is forced. Swap any single word for another valid neighbour and the route gets longer.
This puzzle has a boisterous middle. It starts with "kids" and ends with "poop," with "boos" making a fun transition.
Bridge words
- KIDS(noun)
- young human beings; children
- BIDS(verb)
- offers to pay a specific price for something, especially at an auction
- BODS(noun)
- people or individuals, often used informally or humorously
- BOOS(noun)
- Shouts of disapproval made by a crowd.
- BOOP(noun)
- A gentle playful tap, especially on the nose.
First moves from KIDS
KIDS has 8 legal first moves. Only one of them stays on a shortest path to POOP.
Stays on the shortest path: 4 moves left to POOP.
Costs one extra move: 6 moves total to POOP.
Costs two extra moves: 7 moves total to POOP.
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Enter your current 4-letter word for the shortest path to POOP.
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What is the Poople #315 answer?
The #315 start word is KIDS. One shortest path to POOP takes 5 moves: KIDS -> BIDS -> BODS -> BOOS -> BOOP -> POOP.
Is there really only one shortest path from KIDS to POOP?
Yes, there is only one shortest route for this puzzle. The unique 5-move solution is KIDS -> BIDS -> BODS -> BOOS -> BOOP -> POOP. Any other sequence of moves will take longer than 5 steps.
Which first move from KIDS keeps me on the shortest path?
Only the first move to BIDS keeps you on the shortest path. This move allows you to reach POOP in 4 more steps. All other first moves will add at least one extra move to your solution.
What happens if I start with KINS or KISS from KIDS?
Starting with KINS or KISS will add two extra moves to your solution. These moves are valid but will result in a 7-move path to POOP. Other first moves like AIDS, KITS, LIDS, RIDS, or VIDS only add one extra move.
What is the meaning of the word BODS in this puzzle?
BODS refers to people or individuals, often used informally or humorously. It is the third word in the unique shortest path: KIDS -> BIDS -> BODS -> BOOS -> BOOP -> POOP. This word helps bridge the gap between BIDS and BOOS.