About this crossword
A Hanukkah crossword about the Festival of Lights: the menorah, the miracle of the oil and the foods families share.
The puzzle has 14 clues on a 13×14 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?
- Hanukkah means “dedication” in Hebrew, recalling the rededication of the Temple in Jerusalem.
- The shamash is the helper candle used to light the other eight.
- Foods fried in oil, like latkes and sufganiyot, recall the oil that lasted eight nights.
Questions
Do I need to know Hebrew words?
A few answers, like SHAMASH and SUFGANIYOT, are Hebrew terms. The clues explain them, and the word bank version lists every answer.
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.