Today is National Crossword Puzzle Day.
A special day dedicated to celebrating one of the world’s most beloved word games. For many people, crossword puzzles are more than just entertainment -these puzzles can be essential for improving and maintaining mental faculties.
By challenging yourself with a crossword puzzle every day – whether it’s with pencil and paper or from one of the digital versions available – you can keep your mind sharp and increase your IQ.
Crosswords have been around in some form since ancient times, with the first confirmed published puzzle appearing in England during the late 19th century.
Since then, puzzles have been sweeping through Europe and eventually finding success in America.
Crosswords of all shapes and sizes abound: easy beginner puzzles, punishing expert levels, thematic varieties like comic books or sports trivia…you name it!
Even if you think you don’t have time to do a full puzzle every day, even spending a few minutes working on one can sharpen your vocabulary skills while having fun at the same time.
So this National Crossword Puzzle Day, why not take some time to challenge yourself? Pick up a book or get on your computer and give that pesky crossword puzzle a try!