Word Fun Riddles & Crisscross Puzzles Book Review PLUS A Giveaway! #WordFunPuzzles
This post is sponsored by aka Associates. The review and opinions expressed in this post are based on my personal views.
ABOUT THE BOOK
Word Fun Riddles & Crisscross Puzzles
Written by Helene Hovanec
Ages: 6-12 | 78 Pages
Publisher: aka Associates (2025) | ISBN: 979-8989035755
Publisher’s Book Summary: Word Fun Riddles & Crisscross Puzzles is a two books-in-one treasure trove of learning and laughter, created by an Ivy League-educated former teacher. In the first book, kids will delight in solving hilarious riddles—some guaranteed to make them giggle, others sure to earn a groan. The second book challenges them to place each word into a crisscross diagram, sharpening their minds and bringing words to life.
The real magic lies in solving these puzzles with pencil and paper. This hands-on approach boosts learning by engaging fine motor skills, improving focus, and minimizing distractions from digital devices. Writing on paper reinforces memory, builds cognitive connections, and nurtures problem-solving skills in a purposeful way. Unlike apps, which can sometimes lead to passive engagement or overstimulation, physical puzzles encourage deep, meaningful learning. Most importantly, kids will feel an incredible sense of accomplishment with each puzzle they solve—a reward that lasts far beyond the page!
PURCHASE LINK
Amazon
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Helene Hovanec has been hooked on puzzles since she was six years old. She is a former elementary school teacher and is the author of more than 60 puzzle books. Helene is the creator of Dynamic DoubleCross and Plus One puzzles and the producer of Puzzles4Kids for King Features.
For more information, visit puzzlepooch.net and akabooks.com.
MY REVIEW
I am loving Word Fun Riddles & Crisscross Puzzles as it is the perfect way for me to pass the time all while working to keep my brain sharp and having a bit of fun in my spare time! My husband has actually taken over this book as he too is enjoying the crisscross puzzles and what I personally love most is that this is 2 puzzle books in 1 complete book! The word fun riddles are fun too and I love the size of this puzzle book as I can take it with me anywhere and I was just enjoying it while at the beach …. basking in the sunshine. I highly recommend this book if you are someone that loves crisscross puzzles and riddles in general.
TOUR SCHEDULE
Monday, June 2, 2025
Tour Kickoff for Word Fun Riddles & Crisscross Puzzles
Monday, June 2, 2025
Book Review of Word Fun Riddles & Crisscross Puzzles
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Book Review of Word Fun Riddles & Crisscross Puzzles
Thursday, June 5, 2025
Instagram Post about Word Fun Riddles & Crisscross Puzzles
Friday, June 6, 2025
Author Interview with Helene Hovanec
Monday, June 9, 2025
Instagram Post about Word Fun Riddles & Crisscross Puzzles
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Book Review of Word Fun Riddles & Crisscross Puzzles
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Book Review of Word Fun Riddles & Crisscross Puzzles
Thursday, June 12, 2025
Book Spotlight on Word Fun Riddles & Crisscross Puzzles
Friday, June 13, 2025
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Monday, June 16, 2025
Book Review of Word Fun Riddles & Crisscross Puzzles
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
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Wednesday, June 18, 2025
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Thursday, June 19, 2025
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Friday, June 20, 2025
Book Review of Word Fun Riddles & Crisscross Puzzles
Monday, June 23, 2025
Book Review of Word Fun Riddles & Crisscross Puzzles
NOW FOR THE GIVEAWAY!
10 WINNERS!
Readers who join us on this virtual tour can enter to win one of ten copies of Word Fun Riddles & Crisscross Puzzles, each bundled with a fun pencil and sharpener to get the puzzling started right away! Plus, one lucky grand prize winner will receive a special Puzzle Pouch prize pack including four of Helene Hovanec’s books, pencils, sharpeners, a book bag, a jigsaw puzzle, and a themed mug.
One Comment
larescoe
I love puzzles of all sorts! I find them both relaxing and fun to do.