About this puzzle
A sweet large print Valentine’s Day crossword about cards and candy, Cupid’s arrow, a first date and the love letters people still keep in a drawer. The clues are short and friendly, so it fits a February party, a card-making afternoon or a quiet puzzle for two.
The 11×11 grid prints with squares about .66 inches wide; its 12 answers run from 3 to 7 letters. How our large print crosswords are laid out.
Did you know?
- Oregon became a state on February 14, 1859, and Arizona on February 14, 1912.
- In Japan, women traditionally give chocolates on Valentine’s Day, and men return the favor a month later on White Day, March 14.
- Lacy paper, often embossed with tiny patterns, was a favorite decoration on Victorian valentines.
Talk about it
- How did you meet your sweetheart, or your best friend?
- Did your class exchange valentines at school? What did yours look like?
- What was a typical first date when you were young, and what did it cost?
- Which love song would you dedicate to someone special?
Activity tip
Set up a card-making table with red and pink paper, paper doilies and glue sticks. When someone fills in CARD or LETTER, invite them to write a short note to a friend, a grandchild or a favorite staff member.
Questions
Is this a good puzzle for a couple to solve together?
Yes. Print one copy, or the word bank version, and take turns reading the clues aloud. Most pairs finish in about fifteen minutes.