Every crossword puzzle solver works with a different style. Some will fill out the factual answers first. Others insist on solving the top quadrant first before going on

Mar 6, 2010 - Barbara Hudgins

Some of the earliest puzzles children learn to solve are riddles. As they progress in word power, give them an opportunity to solve crosswords.

Aug 16, 2009 - Elece Hollis

Crossword puzzles are a great way to keep the mind sharp and learn new things. Understanding how they work can help get the fun started.

Nov 19, 2008 - James Hutchinson

The growing popularity of the NYT crossword franchise shows that anything can be branded. The editor Will Shortz has turned an idle hobby into a cash-spinning machine.

Jul 6, 2008 - Doug Brown

The first crossword appeared in New York less than a century ago. It is now the world's most popular word game.

Feb 10, 2011 - Hilda Reilly

The temptation when buying gifts for someone who loves crosswords is to buy more and more books and subscriptions. Change it up with these gift ideas.

Nov 22, 2009 - Adam Pracht

A clothing swap is a fun activity that provides children and teens with new clothes and accessories without spending money.

Jul 18, 2008 - Lindsey Michelle

Most people hope to live a long, healthy life. Let's look at some simple tips to help you be healthier for life.

Apr 17, 2008 - Kirsti A. Dyer

To help protect against certain neurological and brain disorders, retirees should keep their minds sharp through various cognitive activities. Here's how.

Apr 13, 2009 - Daniel Gansle

Those tired of slow Scrabble players who ponder every word or who have trouble coming up with the high-scoring seven letter words should give the unofficial

Apr 20, 2010 - Adam Pracht

Help students review recently learned vocabulary words by making a variety of fun and challenging word games for them for free.

Jun 25, 2010 - Angela Kleinow

Read on for the best free gaming activities for children including online educational games, art, math, puzzle,word and other internet games for kids

Nov 16, 2010 - Priya Chauhan

Inspector Morse, created by Colin Dexter and played by John Thaw, is a cerebral and isolated figure - as much an enigma as the cases he solves.

Oct 10, 2007 - Jem Bloomfield

Find kids' crossword puzzles, word search worksheets, and Halloween coloring pages online. Free printable Halloween activities make learning fun.

Jul 8, 2009 - Lena Gott

Creative Christmas gifts for students that will inspire learning, but will only be a minimum cost for the teacher.

Dec 4, 2007 - Debbie DeSpirt

Quiz and game shows have lasting appeal. They offer vicarious living, the satisfaction of thinking "I'd do better," and the chance to learn something new.

Aug 31, 2010 - Jan Toms

Intrigue your students with tangram puzzles that are easy to create and will provide them with hours of educational fun.

Apr 10, 2007 - Debbie DeSpirt

Math bulletin board idea to challenge your students for months. Have students problem solve the different solutions to making a 6x10 rectangle with 12 pentominoes.

Jan 6, 2007 - Debbie DeSpirt

Long been known for its condensed versions of books, Reader's Digest's more recent line of reference books offers a lot of knowledge in a little package.

Sep 28, 2011 - Patricia Faulhaber

Simple lesson plan to introduce Sudoku, a puzzle game to your class. Sudoku can be introduced to students ranging from 5 years of age to adults.

Jan 1, 2007 - Debbie DeSpirt