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Author: Kristen Seikaly

Kristen Seikaly used her artistic background, research skills, and love for the internet to launch her first blog, Operaversity. Now she uses the skills to connect teachers, parents, and game enthusiasts with Crossword Hobbyist and My Word Search. She studied music at the University of Michigan, and now lives in Philadelphia.
information products
May 2, 2018 / 1 Comment

Take Your Information Products to the Next Level With Crossword Puzzles

Every blogger wants to make their audience awesome information products (eBooks, webinars, eCourses, newsletters, membership areas, you name it!). Sometimes it feels like it’s all been done before. Ho...
Fun earth day activities for kids
April 14, 2018

Fun Earth Day Activities for Kids: Crossword Puzzles

Our Earth needs us now more than ever. It’s never too early to teach kids the importance of taking care of animals and their habitats. Fun Earth Day activities for kids, like crossword puzzles, are a ...
Great Father's Day Activity
April 7, 2018

Need a Great Father’s Day Activity? Make Crossword Puzzles!

Does Dad solve The New York Times’ crossword puzzle every day with a pen? Then he’d love a personalized crossword puzzle as a great Father’s Day activity! With Crossword Hobbyist’s crossword puzzle ma...
Crossword abbreviations
April 2, 2018

Understanding Crossword Abbreviations in American Crosswords

What does ‘anag’ mean in crosswords? This is a common type of question about the abbreviations that appear in crossword clues. These crossword abbreviations can be tricky for new solvers in particular...
ESL crossword puzzles for the classroom
March 24, 2018

4 Ways to Make and Use ESL Crossword Puzzles in the Classroom

ESL crossword puzzles in the classroom are great for ESL students: they’re fun, they’re educational, and they’re customizable. There are plenty of pre-made ESL crossword puzzles teachers can use. Even...
family name crossword art
March 17, 2018

How to Use My Crossword Maker to Make Your Family Name Crossword Art

Crafting is a great family activity. It’s fun, low-cost, easy, and the end result is a finished product everyone can enjoy! Whether you craft as a family, or you shop for crafts as a family, My Crossw...
creating crosswords for children
March 12, 2018

5 Tips for Creating Crosswords for Children

Creating crosswords for children comes with its unique set of challenges. “Make it easy” is the overarching motto one would follow for the job, but that’s easier said than done. Dean Mayer, profession...
free online crosswords
March 7, 2018

Free Online Crosswords Series: Recent Popular Crossword Puzzles

Those who make online crossword puzzles at Crossword Hobbyist – teachers, parents, business owners, hobbyists, professionals, and others – create fun, educational games for the public to e...
How much do you know about crossword puzzles
March 6, 2018

How Much Do You Know About Crossword Puzzles?

How much do you know about crossword puzzles? Find out with our quiz! Our crossword puzzle trivia quiz features questions about crossword puzzle history, crossword puzzle construction, The New York Ti...
How to Solve The New York Times' Crossword Puzzle
February 26, 2018

How to Solve The New York Times’ Crossword Puzzle

Ever since its beginning in 1941, The New York Times’ crossword puzzle has become a ritual for Americans everywhere. It’s not easy! Even the Monday puzzles, the easiest of the week, can prove quite di...

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