Words From Long Ago: A Talk Game for Seniors
Talk and Remember
Words From Long Ago is a talking game on ElderWit.com, made for older adults with large print and big buttons. What did these old words mean? Pick the meaning.
Play nowWorks on phone, tablet and computer. Nothing to install.
How to play Words From Long Ago
- Tap Play now. Words From Long Ago 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 the meaning.”
- There is no time limit, so play as slowly as you like.
- When you finish, try the same level again or move up a level.
Three levels
- Easy: 6 words. 2 meanings to pick from.
- Medium: 6 words. 3 meanings.
- Harder: 6 words. 4 meanings.
Why people enjoy it
Words From Long Ago is a warm way to share stories, and it often sparks a conversation that goes on long after the game. Most of all, it is a pleasant way to enjoy sharing your own stories.
Questions
Is Words From Long Ago easy to learn?
Yes. Start on Easy: 6 words. 2 meanings to pick from. When that feels comfortable, move up. On Harder: 6 words. 4 meanings.
Can I play Words From Long Ago 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 Words From Long Ago?
Words From Long Ago 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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