July

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Across
  1. 3. Summer activity that cools you off fast.
  2. 5. What the forecast often says in mid-July.
  3. 8. Where you go for shaved ice and syrup.
  4. 9. Proudly showing love and support for one’s country.
  5. 11. What soldiers make for freedom.
  6. 12. A cold, sweet treat perfect for hot days.
  7. 16. A summer lifesaver that cools down a room.
  8. 19. Marching bands, waving flags, and smiling crowds.
  9. 21. They defend the flag and fight for liberty.
  10. 22. Explosive displays that light up Independence Day.
  11. 24. Someone celebrating the Fourth of July in the U.S.
Down
  1. 1. Early settlers who blazed trails across America.
  2. 2. Decorated parade features that often roll through town.
  3. 4. When squirt guns and hoses come out to play.
  4. 6. The trio of colors on Old Glory.
  5. 7. Time off for travel, relaxation, or just doing nothing.
  6. 10. What you hope for during summer celebrations.
  7. 13. AND STRIPES Another name for the U.S. flag.
  8. 14. It waves proudly in red, white, and blue.
  9. 15. Grilled food, smoky flavors, and outdoor summer fun.
  10. 17. What was declared on July 4, 1776.
  11. 18. July 4th, a major U.S. national holiday.
  12. 20. Short for the day Americans celebrate their freedom.
  13. 23. They gather for picnics, parades, and fireworks.