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Clothes Crossword – 1-Page Free Sample

Eight everyday-clothing clues — dress, shirt, pants, jacket, shorts, socks, hat, shoes — make up this sample crossword, whose solution page also covers five further clothing-theme puzzles from the full set.
Grades
Grades 2–5, Elementary
Pages
2
File type
PDF
Answer key
Included

Instant download · Updated Jun 29, 2025

Subject
Spelling, Vocabulary, ELA
Topic
Vocabulary, Spelling
Resource types
Crosswords Puzzles, Teacher Tools, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables
Answer key
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About this resource

THIS IS A ONE PAGE SAMPLE OF A SIX CROSSWORD DOWNLOAD

FULL SIX CROSSWORD DOWNLOAD INFORMATION:

Crossword Series (Themed)

This crossword series is designed for students in grades 2–5. Each set of crosswords is built around a clear vocabulary theme, allowing students to strengthen their word recognition, build subject-based knowledge, and reinforce early literacy and thinking skills. Each topic includes six crossword sets, and each set features the following consistent structure:

1. 8 vocabulary clues
2. Crossword puzzle
3. Answer key
4. 1 Did You Know fact related to the set

These crosswords are designed to be student-friendly, classroom-ready, and easily integrated into thematic units, seasonal learning, morning work, or independent literacy stations.


Clothes Crosswords Word List

1. Everyday Clothes

Shirt, Pants, Socks, Shoes, Dress, Shorts, Jacket, Hat

2. Cold Weather Clothes

Sweater, Coat, Mittens, Gloves, Scarf, Boots, Earmuffs, Hood

3. Warm Weather Clothes

T-shirt, Sandals, Swimsuit, Sunglasses, Sunhat, Flip-flops, Tank top, Skirt

4. Special Occasion Clothes

Suit, Tie, Blouse, Tuxedo, Gown, Bow tie, High heels, Vest

5. Sleepwear & Comfortable Clothes

Pajamas, Slippers, Robe, Sweatpants, Hoodie, Leggings, Nightgown, Onesie

6. Accessories & Extras

Belt, Backpack, Watch, Necklace, Bracelet, Ring, Zipper, Buttons

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How to Use This Crossword

These crosswords are ideal for whole-class work, small groups, literacy centres, or take-home activities. Use one set per day, or spread them across a week or month depending on your curriculum needs. Each clue has been crafted to align with the reading level of grades 2–5, with support for both decoding and meaning. The Did You Know? facts offer additional extension opportunities for writing, drawing, or display work.

Whether you're reinforcing vocabulary, exploring a seasonal topic, or adding variety to your literacy block, these crosswords provide a fun, flexible, and focused way to boost early literacy in an engaging format.

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Themed Crossword Links

Addition

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Animals

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Around the Home

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Birthday

PDF

Candy

PDF

Christmas

PDF

Cinco de Mayo

PDF

Clothes

PDF

Colours

PDF

Days and Months

PDF

Division

PDF

Earth Day

PDF

Easter

PDF

Easy Crosswords

PDF

Fall

PDF

Father's Day

PDF

Food

PDF

Geography (Set 1)

PDF

Geography (Set 2)

PDF

Geography (Set 3)

PDF

Graduation

PDF

Health

PDF

History (Set 1)

PDF

History (Set 2)

PDF

History (Set 3)

PDF

Human Body

PDF

Kindness

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Life Skills

PDF

Mother's Day

PDF

Multiplication

PDF

Science Crosswords (Set 1)

PDF

Science Crosswords (Set 2)

PDF

Science Crosswords (Set 3)

PDF

Shapes

PDF

Social Skills

PDF

Spring

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Sports

PDF

St. Patrick's Day

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Subtraction

PDF

Summer

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Thanksgiving

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Transport

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Valentine's Day

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Winter

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Crosswords in Depth

Structure

Each crossword clue is written in simplified language to suit early readers, and follows a strict number-and-clue format (e.g., 1.A shape with four sides). Students complete each puzzle using the themed vocabulary provided, helping to build both content knowledge and spelling confidence.

Each completed set includes:

  • A questions section with clearly formatted clues

  • An answers section to support teacher checking or independent correction

  • A Did You Know? fact tied to the topic (one per set) to add curiosity and cross-curricular value

Themes Included

The crosswords cover a wide variety of engaging, age-appropriate themes such as:

  • Seasons & Holidays (e.g., Winter, Easter, Valentine’s Day)

  • Math Concepts (e.g., Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division)

  • Everyday Topics (e.g., School, Colours, Animals, Weather)

  • Special Units (e.g., Health, Earth Day, Sports, Graduation, Kindness)

Each theme is carefully selected to reflect the experiences and interests of young learners, while reinforcing vocabulary and comprehension.

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In the classroom

Teaching tips & learning objectives

Learning objectives

  • Recall everyday clothing vocabulary (dress, shirt, pants, jacket, shorts, socks, hat, shoes) from short descriptive clues.

  • Spell clothing vocabulary words correctly when filling in a crossword grid.

Teaching tips

  • Use this single page as a quick vocabulary warm-up or an early-finisher activity, since it is a one-set sample rather than the full themed series.

  • Point out the 'Did you know' fact about the history of jackets and hats as a discussion starter before or after solving the puzzle.

  • Keep the answer page separate for self-checking or teacher grading, since it is printed on its own page.

Skills covered

  • Everyday clothing vocabulary recall — students match short clue descriptions (e.g. 'a warm covering for the upper body') to the correct clothing word.

  • Crossword-grid spelling — students spell each answer correctly to fit the puzzle's letter grid.

  • Reading comprehension of short clue sentences — each clue is a brief descriptive phrase students must interpret to find the matching word.

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Questions teachers ask about this resource

What does this sample file include?

One Everyday Clothes crossword puzzle (8 clues) with its own answer page, plus a bonus: the same answer page also lists solved answers for five other themed clothing crosswords, though only the Everyday Clothes puzzle grid itself is provided here.

What clothing vocabulary does the puzzle cover?

Everyday items: dress, shirt, pants, jacket, shorts, socks, hat, and shoes, each clued with a short descriptive sentence.

Does the sample include a fun fact?

Yes — the puzzle page opens with a 'Did you know' fact noting that jackets and hats are some of the oldest types of clothing people have worn for warmth.

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Core concepts

  • Clothing vocabulary

  • Crossword solving

  • Spelling

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