stiXzzle

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

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.