6 Printable Busy Binder Ideas
When outside the classroom, keeping our kids entertained is a challenge enough, but keeping them learning at the same time? Without screen time? Seems impossible. It can feel like the iPad is the only...
An Interview with Caleb Shenk, Winner of the 2022 Crossword Scholarship
After another year of competitive puzzle submissions, we were delighted to connect with Caleb Shenk, the winner of this year’s crossword scholarship. Visit our 2022 Scholarship Winner page to see all ...
Announcing the Winner of the 2022 Crossword Scholarship
With so many top notch puzzle entries, the competition for this year’s My Crossword Maker Scholarship was strong! The decision was difficult, but the scholarship committee was delighted to review all ...
We’ve changed our name: Say hello to My Crossword Maker!
Our keen-eyed users may have noticed a subtle change on our website today: we have a new name! Crossword Hobbyist is now officially My Crossword Maker! Though our name and URL have changed, nothing el...
How to Build Vocabulary in the Classroom
This is the first part in our series, ‘Crosswords in the Classroom’ The days of learning long lists of new words each week through rote memorization are over. Teachers know that an extended vocabulary...
Announcing the 2022 Crossword Scholarship!
We are excited to announce that the 2022 My Crossword Maker Scholarship is now open for submissions! Here at My Crossword Maker (formerly Crossword Hobbyist), we believe in the importance of education...
7 Activities for Kids on Long Road Trips
Summertime is here! With Covid-19 restrictions being lifted, people are itching to travel again, but more people are choosing a classic road trip over air travel these days. But, during long hours in ...
An Interview with Jared Goudsmit, Winner of the 2021 Crossword Scholarship
After the most competitive year yet, we connected with Jared Goudsmit, the Tulane University sophomore who won the 2021 Crossword Hobbyist Scholarship. Visit our 2021 Scholarship Winners page to see ...
Announcing the Winner of the 2021 Crossword Scholarship
The Crossword Hobbyist Scholarship Committee was absolutely delighted with the hundreds of next-level crosswords submitted to this year’s scholarship competition. High school and college student...
Announcing the 2021 Crossword Hobbyist Scholarship!
Say goodbye to 2020 and hello to the possibilities of 2021 by showing off your cruciverbalist skills and earning yourself a $1,000 scholarship. This past year has been tough for many but let us help y...