Large Print Crossword Book
$28.70 inc. GST
A crossword book for seniors with extra-large, bold print, this A4 puzzle book suits one-to-one sessions or small groups in residential aged care. Pages are photocopiable, making it a practical and cost-effective option for lifestyle coordinators running regular puzzle sessions.
This crossword book for seniors uses extra-large print for easy independent use
Published by Activities to Share, this A4 large print crossword book is suited to older adults and anyone with low vision or sight impairment. The bold, oversized print reduces eye strain and keeps puzzles accessible without assistance. Pages are photocopiable, so one copy can support a full group session without needing multiple books.
How to use this book
The book works well in a range of session formats across aged care activity programs:
- Hand out photocopied pages for individual quiet-time activity
- Use in one-to-one sessions to support focused cognitive engagement
- Run as a small group activity with a coordinator reading clues aloud
- Keep the original book intact and photocopy pages as needed for day programs or community care sessions
- One-to-one session: Sit with a resident and work through a puzzle together, taking turns to suggest answers and discuss clue meanings.
- Group puzzle time: Photocopy a page for each participant and work through the same puzzle simultaneously, then compare answers as a group.
- Coordinator-led session: Read clues aloud to the group and invite residents to call out answers, encouraging participation without requiring writing.
- Independent quiet activity: Leave a photocopied puzzle page with a resident for self-directed activity between scheduled sessions.
- Format: Physical book
- Print size: Extra-large, bold print
- Page size: A4
- Photocopiable: Yes, pages can be photocopied for group use
- Publisher: Activities to Share
