Puzzles
Looking for answers? Go to sciencenews.org/puzzle-answers. We’ll publish science-themed crosswords and math puzzles on alternating months. We’d love to hear your thoughts. Email us at puzzles@sciencenews.org.
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Baby’s First Words Crossword
Solve our latest interactive crossword. We'll publish science-themed crosswords and math puzzles on alternating months.
By Shannon Rapp and Erica Hsiung Wojcik -
Math puzzle: The conundrum of sharing
Solve the math puzzle from our June 2025 issue, in which friends must find ways to all enjoy hot mud beds.
By Ben Orlin -
Limits of Knowledge Crossword
Solve our latest interactive crossword. We'll publish science-themed crosswords and math puzzles on alternating months.
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Math puzzle: The Lesser Fool
Solve the math puzzle from our April 2025 issue. In honor of April Fools’ Day, we offer the puzzling case of the Lesser Fool.
By Ben Orlin -
Buried Treasure Crossword
Solve our latest interactive crossword. We'll publish science-themed crosswords and math puzzles on alternating months.
By Shannon Rapp and Rebecca Goldstein -
Math puzzle: Imagine there’s no zero
Solve the math puzzle from our February 2025 issue, based on the number system of mathematician James Foster.
By Ben Orlin -
Twisting Words Crossword
Solve our latest interactive crossword. We'll publish science-themed crosswords and math puzzles on alternating months.
By Shannon Rapp