Grades 4–5
Synonyms Crossword
A synonyms crossword with no word bank: the letter counts and the crossing words are the only help.
Classroom activity · Crossword puzzles
Shapes and Math Words Crossword
Math vocabulary as a crossword: triangle to octagon, sum, product, dozen and cube.
- Grade level
- Grades 3–4
- Time
- About 25 minutes
- Topic
- Crossword puzzles
- Answer key
- Yes, page 2 of the PDF
- Kids practice
- Vocabulary, Spelling, Reading clues, Problem solving
What kids do
“Read each clue and fill in the math word.”
Printed on the sheet:
- 1. The answer to a multiplication problem
- 3. A shape with 5 sides
- 6. A shape with 3 sides
- 7. A shape with 4 equal sides and 4 square
- 9. A solid shape with 6 square faces
- 10. A group of 12
- 2. A shape with 8 sides, like a stop sign
- 4. A round shape with no corners
Words on this sheet
cornerscirclecubedozenhexagonoctagonproductsquaresum
Teacher tip
Put real shapes and a cube out on the table so kids can count sides.
How to use it
- Let kids work in pencil so they can erase.
- Read the clues aloud for younger kids or new readers.
- Model the first move or the first answer on the document camera.
Watch for
Kids stuck on one clue. Remind them to skip it and come back.
Talk about it
- How did crossing letters help you?
- What would you change to make it harder?
Take it further
Use the words for a quick vocabulary game later in the week.
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