Christmas Crossword Puzzle (Printable)

A Christmas crossword with 12 kid-friendly clues, such as "He delivers presents on Christmas Eve" and "Animals that pull the sleigh". Print it as is, add a word bank to make it easier, or change any word and clue before you print.

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NameDateChristmas crossword7856141011923Across1. He delivers presents on Christmas Eve (5)2. Decoration hung on the tree (8)3. Santa's helpers in the workshop (5)7. Cookie used to build little houses (11)9. Ring of evergreen branches hung on a door (6)10. Santa's ride through the sky (6)11. Animals that pull the sleigh (8)Down1. It hangs by the fireplace, filled with treats(8)4. Built from snow, often with a carrot nose (7)5. Holiday songs sung door to door (6)6. Plant you might kiss under (9)8. Reindeer with a red nose (7)puzzlemakerkit.com
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12 of 12 words placed.

How to use it

  1. Keep the clues or edit any line (word - clue).
  2. Tick Word bank for younger solvers.
  3. Download the PDF; the answer key is the last page.

Good to know

  • A quiet activity for the last days before winter break.
  • Click New layout for a differently shaped grid with the same clues.

Questions

Is there an answer key for the Christmas crossword?

Yes, on the last page of the PDF. Untick Answer key page to leave it out.

What age is it for?

The clues suit roughly grades 2–5. With the word bank, younger kids can solve it too.