Easy Crossword Puzzles

Play approachable Easy crossword puzzles with compact grids, clear clues, and a relaxed pace.

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What makes these puzzles easy

Difficulty in a crossword lives mostly in the clue, not only in the answer. An Easy puzzle here uses the plainest definition of a word rather than a sideways one, so APPLE is clued as a red or green fruit rather than something you have to unpick. The collection is designed to offer a straightforward place to begin.

The current levels progress from 6x6 to 12x12 grids. The smaller early boards keep the first puzzles focused, while later levels give you more entries to work through without changing the basic crossword experience.

How the levels progress

The levels are presented in numbered order. In the current collection, the grid grows from 6x6 at the beginning to 12x12 later on, and the larger boards contain more clues to hold in mind. Start at Level 1 if you want the gentlest introduction, or choose any available level that suits your pace.

What you will not find

Easy clues favor direct definitions and familiar crossword conventions. The aim is to help you build confidence from the crossings and the clue itself, rather than making progress depend on a single piece of specialist knowledge.

If you have never finished a crossword before, the beginner's guide covers the handful of habits that make the first few click. Once these stop putting up a fight, Normal is the natural next step.