Crossword Printable Activity Collection – Crosswords Galore Volume 1
$30.00
A CD containing 60 large-print crosswords in PDF format, ready to print individually or as a complete book. Three difficulty levels cater to a range of cognitive abilities, with theme-based and vocabulary crosswords that can also be used as group quizzes.
This crossword printable activity collection supplies 60 large-print crosswords on a single CD, stored as PDF files ready to print on demand. It suits activity coordinators who need flexible, reusable puzzle resources across varying ability levels, including crosswords for elderly residents with and without cognitive impairment.
How it can be used
Print crosswords individually for one-to-one sessions, or print the full set to assemble a physical puzzle book. The three difficulty levels allow coordinators to match puzzles to each resident’s ability. Theme-based crosswords can prompt reminiscing and discussion, and any crossword can be repurposed as a verbal quiz in a group setting.
This collection includes:
- 60 large-print crosswords in PDF format
- Three levels of difficulty to suit a range of abilities
- Theme-based, vocabulary-based, and general-topic crosswords
- Printable individually or as a compiled book
- Compatible with existing crossword boards for group activities
- One-to-one session: Print a single crossword matched to the resident’s difficulty level and work through it together, using clues as conversation starters.
- Group quiz: Read crossword clues aloud to a small group and invite verbal answers — no writing required, making it accessible for residents with limited dexterity.
- Reminiscence prompt: Select a theme-based crossword and use the topic as a starting point for group discussion before or after completing the puzzle.
- Crossword board activity: Project or enlarge a printed crossword and use it with an existing crossword board in a group setting, with residents contributing answers in turn.
- Self-directed activity: Leave printed crosswords in a common area or activity folder for residents to complete independently at their own pace.
- Format: CD-ROM containing PDF files
- Number of crosswords: 60
- Grid size: 15 x 15 squares
- Print size: Large print
- Difficulty levels: Three (to suit a range of cognitive abilities)
- Crossword types: Theme-based, vocabulary-based, and general topics
- Printing requirement: Access to a computer with CD-ROM drive and a printer