The Black and White Squares
Across
- 2. I’m tall but never grow; I wear lights like clothes and keep presents below.
- 6. Five rings
- 7. Classic Dickens character who says “Bah, Humbug!”
- 10. Which pop group achieved three consecutive UK Christmas number ones in the 1990s
- 11. A Ho Ho Holiday Icon
- 12. Popular Christmas film featuring Kevin left home alone
- 13. Holiday character who was once teased for being different
- 16. I’m festive and sharp, A chef’s delight. My handle screams Christmas, But my blade means bite.
- 17. Famous ballet often performed at Christmas
- 19. Traditional Christmas drink made with eggs and cream
- 20. Plant associated with kissing during Christmas
Down
- 1. I’m the heavyweight champion, Of nuts and bolts galore. I don’t fight in a ring, But I tighten like a chore.
- 3. I’m the original jingle, Before pop songs stole my fame. I hang out with reindeer, But Rudolph gets all the acclaim
- 4. Leader of the toy-making elves
- 5. December birthstone often linked to festive jewellery
- 8. German word for Christmas tree
- 9. What German fruit bread, often containing marzipan, is eaten at Christmas
- 14. I’m the sparkle squad, On duty every December. I don’t sing carols, But I make your house a contender.
- 15. Rainbow trout, silver perch, White Bass, Pink salmon, bluefin tuna, red…..
- 18. Christmas icon who melts when the sun shines