Games

2/18/2022 | By David L. Hoyt and Jeff Knurek

Presenting two Jumble puzzles: an easy one geared for kids and the more challenging Classic Jumble. 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!

Build your brain

Mental exercises and games, like the Jumble puzzles, 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. When you have the chance to share games with others, the benefits multiply!

Jumble for Kids

Jumble for Kids, as part of Seniors Guide first installment in the Jumble for Kids and Adults games and puzzles content

Classic Jumble

Answers to Jumble puzzles for kids and adults …

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Jumble for Kids

SKY

TRIP

CART

TANK

Cartoon Answer: Their new perfume business was probably going to fail because they – STANK AT IT

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Classic Jumble

TRACK

HATCH

NARROW

MODULE

Cartoon Answer: The humans found the aliens to be very sensible and – DOWN-TO-EARTH

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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.