🐧 Penguins Crossword
Free printable penguins crossword puzzle for kids — ages 7-9. Read the clues and fill in the grid!
Penguins Crossword
Medium (Ages 7-9)
Across
- 1. Losing old feathers and growing new ones
- 3. Large group of penguins living together
- 6. Frozen continent where most penguins live
- 9. The tallest species of penguin
Down
- 2. Sliding on belly across ice and snow
- 4. How penguins walk on land
- 5. Floating ice where penguins rest
- 7. Cleaning and oiling feathers with beak
- 8. Tiny shrimp penguins love to eat
Penguins Crossword — Answer Key
Medium (Ages 7-9)
About Penguins Crosswords
Test your penguins knowledge with this medium crossword! Clues lead to answers like Dive, Beak, and Preen. Kids will need to think carefully about each clue to fill in the grid.
Medium crosswords are excellent for developing inference skills. Kids read a clue, consider what they know about penguins, and test their answer against the crossing words — a rich learning loop.
Waddle into the world of penguins. Looking for more? Try our Penguins Word Search or Penguins Word Scramble!
Frequently Asked Questions
▶Are these penguins 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 penguins 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.