How are stiXzzle puzzles different from crossword puzzles from other regions?
#1 Traditional vs simplified characters;
#2 Vocabulary differences, e.g., 牛油 vs黄油 for butter
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How are stiXzzle puzzles different from traditional crossword puzzles?
#1 No writing;
#2 Hints - another inspiration;
#3 Bilingual clues & hints
Why no app?
Excessive screen time is hurting kids' ability to focus. Paper-based stiXzzle with stickers allow maximum play with no screen time concerns.
Why no writing?
Writing is important, but word recognition has a higher priority over the ability to reproduce a character where reading vocab is concerned.
All about stiXzzle answers
stiXzzle answers draw mostly from MOE primary school Chinese character list, & are chosen so that the puzzles are achievable challenges.
Play stiXzzle puzzles the kiasu way?
This is Singapore - the birthplace of kiasuism! Of course, it is entirely possible someone put a kiasu spin on a game of fun.
How to choose a stiXzzle puzzle
Fun exists when it's just right - not too easy or tough. For achievable challenges, pick a series (based on interest) & a suitable age group
How to play stiXzzle puzzles
In short, figure out a clue (if need to, look at the hint), stick the answer. No writing required.
What does a stiXzzle puzzle look like?
Each stiXzzle puzzle comprises a puzzle card, a clue card, a hint card & a pack of stickers. Answers included of course. Cards are A5-sized.
Introducing stiXzzle
By Singapore for Singapore. Localised content. Clues/hints in mix of English & Chinese. Answers draw from MOE primary school vocab list.
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