About this crossword
A Halloween crossword with witches, mummies and plenty of candy. Not too spooky, with clues kids can solve and an answer key for the grown-ups.
The puzzle has 16 clues on a 15×14 grid. The PDF prints the puzzle and clues on page one and the filled-in answer key on page two. For younger solvers, the “Easier PDF” adds a word bank so kids can match each answer to its clue.
Did you know?
- The name comes from All Hallows’ Eve, the evening before All Saints’ Day on November 1.
- The first jack-o’-lanterns in Ireland and Scotland were carved from turnips; in America, pumpkins took over.
- Bats really are out in force in autumn evenings: many species feed heavily before winter.
Questions
Is this crossword good for a class party?
Yes. The clues use everyday Halloween words, so most students from about third grade up can solve it, and the word bank version helps younger players.
Can I print copies for a class or group?
Yes. Our crosswords are free for personal, classroom and non-commercial group use. Print as many copies as you need.
How do I make it easier?
Tick “Show word bank” before printing, or download the version with a word bank. Each answer also shows its number of letters.
Where are the answers?
The answer key is on the second page of the PDF. On screen, tick “Show answer key” or use “Check my answers” to see which squares are right.