🏒 Hockey Crossword
Free printable hockey crossword puzzle for kids — ages 10+. Read the clues and fill in the grid!
Hockey Crossword
Hard (Ages 10+)
Across
- 5. The painted area in front of the goal
- 8. The ice surface where hockey is played
- 9. A powerful full-swing shot on goal
- 11. Used to hit and control the puck
- 12. A fake move to trick the defender
Down
- 1. The walls around the ice rink
- 2. How play begins with a puck drop
- 3. A quick flick shot using your wrists
- 4. The team shirt with a number on it
- 6. A pass that leads to a goal
- 7. The machine that smooths the ice
- 10. Boots with blades for gliding on ice
Hockey Crossword — Answer Key
Hard (Ages 10+)
About Hockey Crosswords
This advanced hockey crossword features longer words like Wrist, Zamboni, and Blocker and trickier clues that require real subject knowledge. A satisfying challenge for older kids.
Challenging crosswords develop vocabulary, spelling precision, and deductive reasoning. Working through tough hockey clues teaches kids to use context and process of elimination.
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Frequently Asked Questions
▶Are these hockey crossword puzzles free to print?
Yes, completely free. No signup required. Print as many as you need for home or classroom use.
▶What age are hockey crosswords designed for?
Easy crosswords (ages 4-6) have fewer clues and simple words. Medium (ages 7-9) adds more complexity. Hard (ages 10+) uses longer vocabulary and trickier clues.
▶Do the crossword puzzles come with answers?
Yes. The answer key prints on a separate page with the completed grid so you can check work easily.