Discover the benefits of solving puzzles and boost your literacy and mental health
Did you know that puzzles are great for kids self-esteem? Solving puzzles such as crosswords is a great activity for kids to not not only help them learn; it also helps them boost their self-esteem and mental fitness. Best of all, it can often happen quite subconsciously, because they are having too much fun to […]
Read Moreby Denise Sutherland Double definition cryptic clues are a favourite of mine. They are deceptively simple. They can really confuse you, if you’re searching for the usual wordplay clues, but in fact they are quite simple. They are pretty much exactly what they say — two different definitions for a single word. These clues are […]
Read MoreThere are many interesting facts about crosswords. They really do have a fascinating history. Here is just a small selection of about these ever-popular puzzle games. Add these facts about crosswords to your general knowledge. We are sure there are more fascinating facts about crosswords out there. If you come across some, please let us […]
Read MoreDo you like the idea of being a wartime code-breaker in Intelligence? All very hush-hush, with a constant air of intrigue and mystery; working through the clues logically, piece by piece. Then the codeword is probably for you. It is also very satisfying to know that you are actively honing your spelling skills and boosting your […]
Read Moreby Denise Sutherland One of the keys to cracking the cryptic code is learning about abbreviations. We setters use abbreviations in our clues all the time. They are used to ‘clue’ letters individually, or sometimes in pairs or triplets. Here’s an example. Say I am writing a clue for the word CICADA. One of the […]
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