Games

8/2/2022 | By David L. Hoyt and Jeff Knurek

Seniors Guide presents two Jumble puzzles in one, classic and kids versions. Unscramble the words and the humorous bonus answer. Start with the Jumble for Kids as a warm-up – or share the challenge with a favorite youngster! This week:

Build your brain

Mental exercises and games can expand vocabulary, strengthen word recall, improve working memory, and keep your brain in tip-top shape throughout life. You can actively work to strengthen your mind by learning new languages and skills, practicing long-held skills, gaining new knowledge, and engaging your brain in many other ways.

Better yet, puzzles and games can be fun!

This week’s two jumbles in one

Jumble for Kids puzzle. Exercise your mind with two Jumbles in one, classic and kids: play one with your favorite kid or as a warm-up, one more challenging.

ANSWERS BELOW


Next up:

Classic Jumble puzzle. Exercise your mind with two Jumbles in one, classic and kids: play one with your favorite kid or as a warm-up, one more challenging.

ANSWERS BELOW

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Jumble for Kids Answers

PIE

FOOT

WAIT

CUTY

Surprise puzzle answer

After spending the day cleaning all the windows in the house, they were – WIPED OUT

Classic Jumble Answers

ROYAL

BUNCH

SEASON

SHOULD

Surprise puzzle answer

The woodwind player went fishing with his buddy and hoped to catch a – BASS SOON

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David L. Hoyt and Jeff Knurek

David L. Hoyt and Jeff Knurek met while working on a game/toy project and have been collaborating on a variety of projects ever since. Inventor David L. Hoyt creates syndicated puzzles and games, including Jumble, Jumble Crosswords, TV Jumble, USA TODAY Word Roundup, and more. A former options trader on the floor of the Chicago Board Options Exchange, Hoyt gave up trading in the mid-90s to pursue his dream of becoming a puzzle and game inventor. Jeff Knurek is an award-winning toy and game inventor, consumer product developer, graphic artist, illustrator, cartoonist and puzzle creator. He co-created Boggle Brainbusters, UNO 52, and others.