Tools of the Trade: A Talk Game for Seniors
Talk and Remember
Tools of the Trade is a talking game on ElderWit.com, made for older adults with large print and big buttons. Pick the tools each worker uses. Then talk about jobs you have had.
Play nowWorks on phone, tablet and computer. Nothing to install.
How to play Tools of the Trade
- Tap Play now. Tools of the Trade 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 2 tools a carpenter uses.”
- Go at your own pace. There is never a time limit.
- Tap Start over whenever you want a fresh round, or try the next level when you feel ready.
Three levels
- Easy: 2 jobs. Find 2 tools each.
- Medium: 3 jobs. Find 3 tools each.
- Harder: 4 jobs. Find 4 tools each.
Why people enjoy it
People enjoy Tools of the Trade because it brings out stories, smiles and the kind of talk that makes a visit special. Most of all, it is a pleasant way to enjoy sharing your own stories.
Questions
Is Tools of the Trade easy to learn?
Yes. Start on Easy: 2 jobs. Find 2 tools each. When that feels comfortable, move up. On Harder: 4 jobs. Find 4 tools each.
Can I play Tools of the Trade 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 Tools of the Trade?
Tools of the Trade 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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