Connect with WordsHow it works
Each book is built with intention. The curated word, the definition, and the contextual sentence are all written within the theme of that book. The dot-grid gives flexibility to write and draw.
Anatomy of a word set
Every curated word lives inside a word set: the word itself, how to pronounce it, what it means, and a contextual sentence that connects it to your life through a prompt, a fun fact, a quote, or a call to action.
Word [pruh·nuhn·see·ay·shn] Definition.
A contextual* sentence: prompt, fun fact, quote, or call to action.
- 1The curated word you'll search for in the puzzle
- 2How to say it out loud
- 3What the word means, in context
- 4A way to connect the word to your life
- 5Hidden connections, a bonus word to find in the puzzle
Clue word [kloo wurd] A hint* about the song, not a definition.
More about the song, and the moment it came from.
- 1One of two clue words for the same song
- 2How to say it out loud
- 3The hint. Guess the song before you search for it
- 4More about the song, and the moment it came from
- 5Hidden connections, a bonus word to find in the puzzle
Palabra [pro·nun·sia·sión] Translation* • Short phrase.
A sentence in your language with the new words dropped in.
- 1The curated word you'll search for in the puzzle
- 2How to say it out loud
- 3The translation, and the word hidden in the puzzle
- 4A short phrase
- 5A sentence that connects it to your life
Curated words are in the puzzle exactly as written. Their Hidden Connection word may appear in its root form.
- playedplay
- dancingdance
- movementmove
- sharesshare
Demo
Ten curated words pulled from across the collections. Each has a Hidden Connection word hidden in the puzzle, double what the list lets on.
| From Book | Curated word | Hidden Connection | The find |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rewind 80s Hits | Bassline | funkiest | Backwards |
| Rewind 80s Hits | Deacon | bassist | Backwards |
| Español Viajar | Cinturón | Seatbelt | Across |
| Wonderment | Turşu | Istanbul | Down |
| Wonderment | Smørrebrød | Toppings | Backwards |
| Core 7+ | Buddy | shares | Diagonal |
| Core 13+ | Sonder | stranger | Backwards |
| Chamomile Tea | Lavender | Purple | Down |
| Matcha Tea | Matcha | Powdered | Down |
| Money Digest | Seigniorage | cents | Diagonal |
Tap any row
Two of these words come from the same song. Bassline and Deacon. Name it.
Another One Bites the Dust, Queen, 1980
Contextual sentences you will meet
The contextual sentence is the fourth line of every word set. It takes a different shape depending on what the curated word calls for.
A prompt hands the page back to you. Three kinds carry a printed label so you know what sort of answer it wants. The other two arrive without one.
T/F:A statement worth arguing with. Decide true or false, then work out why you landed there.
T/F: You don’t resent the money you lent. You resent that you said yes when you meant no.Excerpt from Money Digest
WWYD:What would you do. A scene already in motion, with a real cost either way.
WWYD: A rumor about you is wrong. Correcting it makes things worse.Excerpt from Core 13+
WYR:Would you rather. Two options that both take something from you.
WYR: Put every extra dollar toward debt this year, or start investing while you carry it?Excerpt from Money Digest
An open line to finish in your own words. There is no right answer, which is the point.
Jot down a word or name you have lost and are still looking for.Excerpt from Wonderment
One object, one action, pen only. Drawing skill has nothing to do with it.
Draw a bowl, crack it with a jagged line, then redraw the crack.Excerpt from Matcha Tea
A short piece of interesting or amusing trivia.
A Kyoto merchant roasted unsold tea stems over charcoal in 1920. The accident created hojicha.Excerpt from Wonderment
A hire company forgot to pick up the Minimoog. He worked out the riff in ten minutes.Excerpt from Rewind 80s Hits
Businesses aren’t required to accept cash. Legal tender laws apply to debts, not sales.Excerpt from Money Digest
Words said or written by someone else.
“Barn’s burnt down. Now I can see the moon.” — MasahideExcerpt from Matcha Tea
“Do not look where you fell, but where you slipped.” — African ProverbExcerpt from Core 13+
He who knows he has enough is rich. — Lao TzuExcerpt from Money Digest
Small enough to finish before you turn the page.
Breathe in for four counts, out for six. Repeat twice.Excerpt from Chamomile Tea
Call before you miss a payment. Most lenders offer forbearance. Ask before the damage lands.Excerpt from Money Digest
A penny doubled daily is $5 million in 30 days. Where is time compounding for you?Excerpt from Core 13+
Every Connect with Words book comes with a full answer key.
Puzzle answers
