How to make a thanksgiving crossword
- Pick a theme, or type your own words with clues (WORD: clue).
- Choose an age band for size and difficulty.
- Print the puzzle with numbered clues. The answer key is on page 2.
Sample questions
- In which month is Thanksgiving celebrated in the United States?
- What day of the week is Thanksgiving always on in the U.S.?
- Which bird is the traditional main dish at Thanksgiving dinner?
- Which vegetable is often mashed and served at Thanksgiving?
- Which pie is a famous Thanksgiving dessert?
Every sheet includes an answer key on the last page.
Sample clues
- Main roast at the holiday table (6 letters)
- Early settler who sailed on the Mayflower (7 letters)
- Feeling of being thankful (9 letters)
- Gathering of crops in autumn (7 letters)
- Tart red sauce served with turkey (9 letters)
- Orange squash used in pie (7 letters)
Every grid is built fresh from a bank of 34+ themed words, so no two puzzles are the same.
Frequently asked questions
Is the thanksgiving crossword free?
Yes, with no signup. Free prints carry a small Printoodle footer.
Can I make a crossword with my own words and clues?
Yes. Type one per line like "MAYA: Our daughter" (at least five) and we build the grid for you.
Is there an answer key?
Page two of every PDF is the filled-in answer key.
How big are the grids?
Tiny and kid puzzles are compact with shorter words; tween and grown-up puzzles use bigger grids and longer words.