Christmas Crossword Puzzle
Across
- 3. the name of Santa’s second reindeer
- 6. Santa’s helpers at the North Pole
- 7. a person who takes care of sheep
- 11. juice pressed from fruit (usually apples) used for drinking
- 15. a (usually sweet) food made from roasted and ground cacao seeds
- 16. accessories or articles used to improve the physical appearance of something
- 19. Santa’s fourth reindeer
- 20. a Christmas drink made from beaten eggs, cream, spices, and often alcohol
- 22. a public procession, usually in celebration of an event or special day
- 23. hollow instruments that are usually shaped like an inverted cup and make a clear musical note when struck
- 24. the name of Santa’s seventh reindeer
- 26. a vertical pipe or channel that transports smoke and other gases (or Santa!) from a fireplace out of the home
- 28. Santa’s ninth reindeer with a characteristic red nose that glows
- 29. disobedient or badly behaved
- 30. a spiritual being acting as an attendant or messenger of God
- 31. a strip of fabric used for tying something or decorating
- 32. a combination of flowers, stems, and leaves arranged in a ring for decoration
Down
- 1. a room or building where goods are manufactured or repaired
- 2. a wreath of flowers and leaves hung as a decoration or worn on the head
- 4. the capital of Israel and a holy city in Christianity, Islam, and Judaism
- 5. small, sweet cakes that are usually flat and round in shape with a crispy or chewy texture
- 8. Santa’s third reindeer
- 9. a snowman who comes to life with the help of a magic hat
- 10. a cake made with molasses and ginger
- 11. a Christmas song or hymn
- 12. generous actions or donations to aid people in need
- 13. the name of Santa’s fifth reindeer
- 14. thin strips of shiny metal foil used as decoration
- 17. a period that consists of the four weeks leading up to Christmas, commemorating the coming of Christ
- 18. a vehicle for conveying goods or people over ice and snow, usually pulled by dogs, horses, or a motor vehicle
- 21. a person who is mean-spirited, unfriendly
- 25. one of Santa’s reindeer; from the Dutch word for lightning
- 27. any plant that maintains green leaves all year