If you have ever taken an IQ-type test, then you are familiar with “odd-one-out” puzzles. Most such puzzles present figures, images, or symbols in a sequence, with the goal being to spot the one item ...

The theme of this post is critical thinking—and the kinds of puzzles that can be constructed around it. This term is used frequently in psychology and education. There are various definitions, but the ...

There are riddles, and then there are riddles. Lateral-thinking puzzles fall into the latter category. Among the trickiest riddles out there, these brain games will give your noggin a serious workout.

As an academic discipline, logic is the study of reasoning. Logic puzzles, therefore, involve making a series of inferences ...

Holidays bring celebration, rest and, for many families, long stretches of indoor time. For some, this means tabletop games ...

Critical thinking is all about embracing clear, logical, and innovative thought to make wise choices! In our rapidly changing world, learning this skill helps people in so many ways. Whether you’re a ...

We’re on the road this week, sans computer. In place of the Sunday Puzzle column, I thought I’d turn you on to Futility Closet, and some lateral thinking puzzles recently featured on its podcast. What ...

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Cocoon is an absolute marvel of a puzzle game. It’s chock-full of puzzles that encourage “aha” moments due to their elegant presentation and intuitive design; the sheer simplicity of some of the ...

In case you've faced some hurdles solving the clue, ___ been thinking . . ., we've got the answer for you. Crossword puzzles offer a fantastic opportunity to engage your mind, enjoy leisure time, and ...

Or rather, more accurately, it requires outside the “pen” thinking — pigpen thinking, to be exact. This week’s puzzle is an exercise is practical pig ownership. It was submitted by reader Mary L., who ...

In case you've faced some hurdles solving the clue, Professional whose job involves critical thinking, we've got the answer for you. Crossword puzzles offer a fantastic opportunity to engage your mind ...