How Do You Make Code Word Puzzles?
Codeword puzzles are similar to crossword puzzles in appearance, but different in how they are solved. To solve a codeword puzzle is to figure out what numbers (one through 26) represent which letter of the alphabet. If you have a knack for other puzzles, codeword puzzles are an alternative and fun brain teaser. Below are instructions for creating codeword puzzles of your own. Brainstorm. Take a piece of paper and pencil and brainstorm ideas for the codeword puzzle. At the top of the page, write the word that will be the main theme. For example, “Tigers.” Puzzles usually follow a theme. For example, a tiger theme could have words like: Siberian, Bengal and stripes. For now, just write whatever comes to mind underneath your theme title. Remember that every letter of the alphabet has to be used at least once in the codeword puzzle. Draw the numbers one through 26. Add letters under the numbers so you can see the answer to the codeword you are creating. Sketch a draft. Now, get a new piec