Christmas Crossword Puzzle
Across
- 3. Frozen water that hangs from roofs during winter
- 5. The grumpy character from A Christmas Carol who learns the meaning of Christmas
- 7. The floor of a fireplace, often associated with Christmas coziness
- 10. A unique and intricate piece of frozen water that falls during winter
- 12. The jolly man in a red suit who delivers presents
- 16. A red and green plant commonly used in Christmas decorations
- 19. A bird mentioned in the Christmas carol The Twelve Days of Christmas
- 21. A seed-bearing cone from a type of evergreen tree, often used in decorations
- 23. Wax lights often used in Advent wreaths or Hanukkah celebrations
- 24. An aromatic resin given as a gift by the Magi
- 27. Santa's sleigh is pulled by these animals
- 28. A traditional Christmas dinner centerpiece in many countries
- 30. A small, decorative ball used to adorn Christmas trees
- 31. A traditional German Christmas bread filled with dried fruits and marzipan
- 32. These ring during Christmas and are often mentioned in songs
- 33. One of the gifts brought by the Wise Men to Jesus
- 34. A figure often built with snow
- 35. A small, picturesque cave, often associated with Santa’s workshop
- 36. A traditional Christmas drink
- 37. The town where Jesus was born
- 39. A wooden figure that cracks nuts
- 43. A type of spiced cookie or house often made during Christmas
- 44. The month when Christmas is celebrated
Down
- 1. Another word for a Christmas present
- 2. Another word for news or information, often used in Christmas carols
- 4. A word used by Scrooge to dismiss Christmas cheer
- 6. A decorative item hung on a Christmas tree
- 8. A mythical creature in Central European folklore who punishes naughty children
- 9. A circular arrangement of greenery used for decoration
- 11. The Christian feast day that marks the visit of the Magi to baby Jesus
- 12. Often placed on the top of the Christmas tree
- 13. Frozen water hanging from roofs or trees during winter
- 14. A type of tree that retains its leaves throughout the year, symbolizing eternal life
- 15. What you do to a present before giving it to someone
- 17. Singular form of the word “Magi,” referring to a Wise Man
- 18. The scene depicting the birth of Jesus in a manger
- 20. Shiny decorations used to adorn Christmas trees
- 22. The act of singing festive songs door-to-door
- 23. A song sung during the Christmas season
- 25. One of Santa's little helpers
- 26. The three wise men who followed the star to Jesus
- 28. The day marking the end of Christmas, celebrated on January 5 or 6
- 29. A large log traditionally burned in the hearth during Christmas
- 33. A plant under which people traditionally kiss
- 34. Hung by the chimney
- 38. A plant with red berries and spiky leaves
- 40. The period of preparation leading up to Christmas Day
- 41. Santa’s home, where he and his elves prepare for Christmas
- 42. A red-and-white striped sweet treat