Hum Along: A Talk Game for Seniors
Talk and Remember
Hum Along is a talking game on ElderWit.com, made for older adults with large print and big buttons. Listen to an old tune. Pick its name. Then hum it together.
Play nowWorks on phone, tablet and computer. Nothing to install.
How to play Hum Along
- Tap Play now. Hum Along opens right here in your web browser.
- Choose a level: Easy, Medium or Harder.
- Follow the line at the top of the screen. To begin, it says: “Tap Play to hear the tune. Then tap its name.”
- Take your time. There is no clock and no rush.
- Want a fresh start? Tap Start over at any time.
Three levels
- Easy: 4 tunes. 2 names to pick from.
- Medium: 5 tunes. 3 names.
- Harder: 6 tunes. 4 names.
Why people enjoy it
Hum Along is a lovely activity for a visit, a family dinner or a group in an activity room. Most of all, it is a pleasant way to enjoy sharing your own stories.
Questions
Is Hum Along easy to learn?
Yes. Start on Easy: 4 tunes. 2 names to pick from. When that feels comfortable, move up. On Harder: 6 tunes. 4 names.
Can I play Hum Along on a phone or tablet?
Yes. It works in the web browser on a phone, tablet or computer, with large text and big buttons. There is nothing to download.
What else is on ElderWit.com besides Hum Along?
Hum Along is one of 1,000+ games on ElderWit.com: word games, cards, trivia, puzzles, memory games and more, all with large print, calm screens and no ads.
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