Nicole Verret

11/4/2015

LEI 4724

Brain Games
Citation Source: Winningham, R. (2015). Concentration Puzzles. Retrieved from
http://www.activityconnection.com/account/monthly/1/2016/cranium-crunches/ on November 4,
2015.
Equipment Needed: Cranium crunch worksheets such as Dr. Robs Cognitive Connections, or
other examples found on google.
Activity Description: This activity can be done in a small or larger group for ages 13 and up.
This activity is designed to encourage cognitive stimulation, language, cooperation amongst
peers and problem solving. In a group setting, the facilitator can either have participants work
independently, calling out answers, or in teams to work together as a game to earn points.
Leadership Considerations It is important for the facilitator to be aware of the cognitive level
of the participants and gear questions and puzzles towards that level. This may be difficult with a
mixed group (i.e. adolescents mixed with seniors) unless it is specificially designed to be a
intergenerational activity with the two groups working cooperatively.
Adaptations For particpants with visual impairment this activity can be printed with a single
puzzle per page, in large font so that each participant has their own copy to look at. The copy
could also be provided in color or high contrast depending on the visual needs of the participants.
Another option would be to place the puzzles onto a powerpoint or overhead projector to project
them on a large screen such as in a classroom or auditorium. With a younger group such as
children under the age of 13, this puzzles in the activity can be adapted based on vocabulary and
can be used as an educational resource to work with language development.

Puzzle #1 Carol Burnett

Puzzle #2 Out of sight, out of mind.