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How to Play: Chirpy Crosswords!

Ready to flex your brain? Chirpy Crosswords are a fast, friendly crossword-style games built for everyone—kids, teens, teachers, parents, and word-loving grown-ups. Play a quick round, or chase a perfect 10-round streak. Simple rules. Satisfying wins.

The Goal

Fill the crossword grid using the correct word while following the clues. Finish each round with maximum accuracy and speed to climb the ranks from Word Rookie to Word Legend.

Game Flow (10 Rounds)

  • Pick a topic & difficulty: Try Animals, Science, Sports (and more) on Easy, Medium, or Hard.
  • Read the clues: Across and Down hints are short, clear, and family-friendly. Kids can play solo; grown-ups can speedrun!
  • Fill the grid: Tap a cell and type. The soft keyboard on mobile keeps things fast and tidy.
  • Check anytime: Use Check to validate letters and words. Correct stays; mistakes highlight so you can fix them.
  • Unlock the next round: Score at least 60% correct to advance. A Perfect Round means everything’s right—chef’s kiss!

Scoring (Simple & Fair)

  • Correct words: Each completed word adds points.
  • Perfect bonus: Extra points for finishing a round with zero mistakes.
  • Speed bonus: Finish faster to earn a time boost.

Your total after 10 rounds decides your badge and bragging rights. Replay to beat your personal best or challenge a friend.

Tips for Everyone

  • Start small: Fill short words first; they make longer ones more guess-able.
  • Cross-check: Use letters from completed words to solve tougher clues.
  • Stay smooth: Check often to correct early and keep your speed bonus.
  • Level up: Nail Easy, then try Medium and Hard for bigger scores.

Why It Works for Kids & Grown-Ups

  • Kids: Short clues, friendly layout, and instant feedback build confidence and vocabulary.
  • Grown-ups: Time pressure + accuracy scoring = legit brain workout (and dangerously replayable).

Round Rules (At a Glance)

  • 10 total rounds per game session.
  • Advance with 60%+ correct; aim for Perfect Rounds for bonus points.
  • Checks allowed anytime; hints reduce final score slightly.
  • Finish faster to earn a speed bonus.

Coming Soon

We’re adding quick “How to Play” guides for Word Search, Math Crossword as the games are up. Same family-friendly vibe, fresh challenge every time.