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Picture crosswords for kids

Ages 8–11Every word is spelled from memory

Picture-clue crosswords for every topic: the picture is the clue, the boxes are the spelling. Solve on screen or on paper, and print a second version with a new grid in one click.

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Animals

Nature & outdoors

Food & treats

Home & family

School & basics

Me & my body

Play & hobbies

World around

Holidays

How to use it in class

  1. Do number 1 together. Show the first picture, say the word, count its boxes with the class and write it on the board in capitals. Now everyone knows: the picture is the clue, the boxes are the spelling.

  2. A word bank, only where needed. Give the children who need it a slip of paper with the answers jumbled. They still have to match picture, word and boxes; everyone else works without it.

  3. Two versions, no copying. Print, press “New puzzle”, print again: children sitting together get different grids built from the same words. With “Answer key” ticked, each version prints its own solved grid.

Questions teachers ask

How much does it cost?

Nothing. All 55 topics open and print free, with no sign-up.

What age is it for?

Ages 8–11. Every word is spelled from memory. The words in every topic are beginner level; the age range comes from what the sheet asks of the child.

Can I print two versions so children don't copy?

Yes. Print, press “New puzzle” and print again: children sitting together get different grids built from the same words. With “Answer key” ticked, each version prints its own solved grid.

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