🧭 Maps and Globes Crossword
Free printable maps and globes crossword puzzle for kids — ages 10+. Read the clues and fill in the grid!
Maps and Globes Crossword
Hard (Ages 10+)
Across
- 3. Line dividing Earth into north and south halves
- 7. Person whose job is to draw maps
- 8. Crossing lines that help locate places on maps
- 10. Half of the globe north south east or west
- 11. Book containing many different world maps
- 12. Horizontal lines going east to west on maps
- 13. Key on a map explaining all the symbols
Down
- 1. Path or road shown on a map to follow
- 2. Vertical lines going north to south on maps
- 4. Shows how map distance relates to real distance
- 5. Line on a map showing where countries meet
- 6. Map showing hills valleys and elevation
- 7. The four main compass directions on a map
- 9. Line of longitude especially the prime one
Maps and Globes Crossword — Answer Key
Hard (Ages 10+)
About Maps and Globes Crosswords
Designed for puzzle enthusiasts, this hard maps and globes crossword requires strong vocabulary and reasoning. Words like Border, Terrain, and Meridian interlock in a grid that demands careful, strategic solving.
Challenging crosswords develop vocabulary, spelling precision, and deductive reasoning. Working through tough maps and globes clues teaches kids to use context and process of elimination.
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Frequently Asked Questions
▶Are these maps and globes 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 maps and globes 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.