Puzzles for Adults

The subcategory is organised by puzzle type, so you can go straight to the activity you want. Sudoku for Adults focuses on number placement. Large Print Word Search offers clear grids that are easier to read on paper. Crossword Puzzles for Adults use clues and crossing letters, while Logic Puzzles for Adults ask you to compare information and work out an answer. Cryptograms involve solving coded messages. Open a topic page to see the printable activities available for that kind of puzzle.

Choose the activity according to your interests, reading comfort and time. A large print word search is a practical choice when you want a clear page and a relaxed activity. Sudoku suits someone who enjoys number patterns, while crosswords are useful for adults who like clues and vocabulary. Logic puzzles and cryptograms may suit a person who enjoys reading details and making deductions. Start with a familiar puzzle type, then try another when your child or learner wants a fresh challenge.

Keep a few printed pages in a folder for quiet time, travel or a weekend activity. At home, set up a shared puzzle table and compare different ways of solving a Sudoku or logic puzzle. In an adult learning class, give learners a puzzle at the start of a session or use one for independent work after a lesson. Large print pages can be useful when several people are working together. Pencils, erasers and a flat writing surface make corrections easy.