Thanksgiving Crossword Puzzle

Are you ready to add a little extra fun to your Thanksgiving celebration? I’ve created a Thanksgiving crossword puzzle that’s perfect for gathering everyone around the table for a lighthearted challenge. Whether you’re spending time with family, friends, or even a larger group, this crossword puzzle is a fantastic way to bring everyone together and test their holiday knowledge. The Thanksgiving crossword puzzle I put together is filled with seasonal clues that celebrate all things Thanksgiving, from favorite dishes to classic traditions.

Thanksgiving Crossword Puzzle Instructions:

The Thanksgiving feast is almost ready, but a few key ingredients and traditions are missing! Use the clues to fill in each word on the puzzle, either across or down, to bring the holiday to life. If you have a word bank, cross off each word as you go. Let’s piece together this festive crossword and get Thanksgiving started!

Printable Crossword Puzzle, Word Bank & Solution

Thanksgiving Crossword Puzzle

ACROSS

4. People who celebrated the first Thanksgiving

6. Word that means being grateful

7. Month Thanksgiving is celebrated in the U.S.

9. People you may also gather with on Thanksgiving

10. Tart red fruit used in sauce or jelly

12. Act of cutting the turkey

15. Another name for the fall season

17. Where everyone sits to eat the Thanksgiving meal

18. Sauce made from turkey drippings

19. Things to be grateful for

22. Bird most often eaten on Thanksgiving

24. Dessert with a crust, often filled with fruit or other sweets

25. Large public event with floats & balloons, often watched on TV

26. Potatoes that are cooked & squashed for a side dish

27. Short sleep often taken after eating too much

DOWN

1. Main meal, usually eaten in the afternoon or evening

2. Season when Thanksgiving takes place

3. Sport often watched on Thanksgiving

4. Outer layer of a pie

5. Bread-based dish often cooked inside the turkey

8. Ship the Pilgrims traveled on

10. Yellow vegetable that’s sometimes on the Thanksgiving table

11. People you gather with to celebrate

13. Type of squash, often used as a decoration

14. Time when crops are gathered

16. Sweet orange vegetable sometimes topped with marshmallows

20. Type of Americans who helped the Pilgrims

21. These fall from trees in autumn

23. Large meal shared with family & friends

24. Type of pie that's a Thanksgiving favorite

What’s included in this PDF:

Color Version (with name & date lines at the top)
Color Version (without name & date lines at the top)
Color Version Word Bank
Color Version Solution
B/W Version (with name & date lines at the top)
B/W Version (without name & date lines at the top)
B/W Version Word Bank
B/W Version Solution

This crossword puzzle is designed to be engaging for all ages, making it ideal for family gatherings with both adults and kids. The clues range in difficulty, so everyone from grandparents to young kids can enjoy it. It’s a great way to share laughs, learn a little more about the holiday, and even relive some Thanksgiving memories as you guess each word. Plus, solving puzzles is a fun way to take a break between meals or wind down after a big Thanksgiving feast.

I know how important it is to keep the family entertained during the holiday, and this Thanksgiving crossword puzzle is a unique activity that’s both enjoyable and educational. Puzzles are known for boosting brain activity and even enhancing memory, so this activity gives everyone a mental boost while they’re having fun. And what better way to add some holiday-themed entertainment than by putting everyone’s Thanksgiving knowledge to the test? The clues will challenge and amuse, covering a variety of Thanksgiving topics that even seasoned puzzle lovers will appreciate.

You can print multiple copies for everyone to join in, making it easy to include all your guests. As soon as everyone gathers around with their pencils, you’ll see how a simple puzzle can turn into an exciting group activity. The Thanksgiving crossword puzzle is not only fun but also a great way to create new memories with loved ones. There’s something so heartwarming about seeing everyone working together to crack the clues and complete the puzzle.

So why not add this Thanksgiving crossword puzzle to your holiday plans? It’s a thoughtful, screen-free activity that will bring everyone closer together, spark conversations, and add a little extra cheer to the day. I’m thrilled to share this with you, knowing it can bring that perfect touch of holiday spirit to your celebration. Give it a try, and let’s make this Thanksgiving even more memorable!

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