About this crossword
A space crossword about planets, rockets and stars, for budding astronauts and science classes.
The puzzle has 14 clues on a 13×13 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?
- Sunlight takes about eight minutes to reach Earth.
- Saturn is so light for its size that it would float in a big enough bathtub of water.
- Jupiter is the largest planet in our solar system.
Questions
Which grades is this for?
Most students from second to fifth grade can solve it, and the facts on this page make a quick class discussion.
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.