Pen Pal: A Talk Game for Seniors
Talk and Remember
Pen Pal is a talking game on ElderWit.com, made for older adults with large print and big buttons. Write a short letter. Tap a word to change it. Then read it out loud.
Play nowWorks on phone, tablet and computer. Nothing to install.
How to play Pen Pal
- Tap Play now. Pen Pal 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 a dotted word to change it.”
- Take your time. There is no clock and no rush.
- Want a fresh start? Tap Start over at any time.
Three levels
- Easy: Change 2 words. 2 choices each.
- Medium: Change 4 words. 3 choices each.
- Harder: Change all 6 words. 4 choices each.
Why people enjoy it
Pen Pal is a lovely activity for a visit, a family dinner or a group in an activity room. It is all about kind words, at a gentle pace.
Questions
Is Pen Pal easy to learn?
Yes. Start on Easy: Change 2 words. 2 choices each. When that feels comfortable, move up. On Harder: Change all 6 words. 4 choices each.
Can I play Pen Pal 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 Pen Pal?
Pen Pal 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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