Book excerpt: Crossword puzzles develop skills in all directions! Create a lifetime hobby, as little learners sharpen their language and problem-solving skills. This cute little book offers 48 creative crossword puzzles with "clue words" to lend a hand. Categorized around specific lessons, these puzzles enhance children's knowledge of synonyms, positional words, and homophones--words that are pronounced alike but have different meanings. This handy practice reinforces reading and language skills. Plus, the tablet format is small enough to fit in any bag, perfect for keeping your little one occupied anytime, anywhere.