Free printable brain exercises

Large-print worksheets for a calm few minutes with a pencil: word searches, familiar sayings, number puzzles, memory lists and more. Every sheet has the answers on the last page. Tap to download, no email needed.

First page of the worksheet: Starter Pack: 12 Large-Print Brain Exercise Worksheets

Starter pack

Starter Pack: 12 Large-Print Brain Exercise Worksheets

Every worksheet on this page in one PDF, with all the answers at the back.

26 pages · answers included · 194 KB

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First page of the worksheet: Large-Print Word Search: In the Garden

Large-Print Word Search: In the Garden

Ten garden words hidden in a big, clear grid. Words run across, down or diagonally, never backwards.

3 pages · answers included · 43 KB

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First page of the worksheet: Large-Print Word Search: In the Kitchen

Large-Print Word Search: In the Kitchen

Ten kitchen words, from kettle to recipe, in large letters with plenty of space.

3 pages · answers included · 42 KB

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First page of the worksheet: Large-Print Word Search: A Day at the Seaside

Large-Print Word Search: A Day at the Seaside

Beach, pier and lighthouse: ten seaside words to find in a large-print grid.

3 pages · answers included · 43 KB

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First page of the worksheet: Word Scramble

Word Scramble

Ten everyday words with their letters mixed up, each with a hint to help you along.

3 pages · answers included · 39 KB

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First page of the worksheet: Finish the Saying

Finish the Saying

Ten familiar sayings, split in two. Match each beginning to its ending.

3 pages · answers included · 40 KB

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First page of the worksheet: What Comes Next? Number Sequences

What Comes Next? Number Sequences

Ten rows of numbers, each following one simple rule. Work out the next number.

3 pages · answers included · 39 KB

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First page of the worksheet: Everyday Math: At the Store

Everyday Math: At the Store

Add up a shopping basket and work out the change, using a simple price list in dollars.

3 pages · answers included · 39 KB

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First page of the worksheet: Odd One Out

Odd One Out

Ten rows of four words. In each row, one word doesn't belong with the others.

3 pages · answers included · 35 KB

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First page of the worksheet: Memory List: Study, Fold, Recall

Memory List: Study, Fold, Recall

Study twelve words for two minutes, fold the page, then write down as many as you remember.

3 pages · answers included · 37 KB

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First page of the worksheet: Spot the 5 Differences

Spot the 5 Differences

Two grids of bold shapes. Five shapes in the second grid are different. Can you find them?

3 pages · answers included · 43 KB

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First page of the worksheet: Connect the Numbers 1 to 25

Connect the Numbers 1 to 25

Draw a line from 1 to 2 to 3, all the way to 25. Large circles, and the path never crosses itself.

3 pages · answers included · 37 KB

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First page of the worksheet: Connect Numbers and Letters: 1-A-2-B

Connect Numbers and Letters: 1-A-2-B

Switch between numbers and letters: 1 to A to 2 to B, all the way to L.

3 pages · answers included · 38 KB

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Tips for printing

  • Print at 100% (actual size) so the letters stay large.
  • Fold the answer page back, or keep it aside for checking later.
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These worksheets are for enjoyment and for keeping the mind active. They are not a medical test or treatment.

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