Fall Thanksgiving Crossword Puzzle

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Across
  1. 1. This large, round fruit is often used in pies and is harvested in the fall.
  2. 4. This nutrient is found in turkey and is important for building muscle.
  3. 5. This type of cloud is common in the fall and brings rain.
  4. 7. This spice, often used in pumpkin pie, comes from the bark of a tree.
  5. 8. Sweet potatoes contain a lot of these which are important for healthy eyes.
  6. 9. In fall, many trees lose their green color because they stop making this pigment.
  7. 11. This bird is the traditional main course at Thanksgiving dinner.
  8. 13. This type of squash is often roasted or made into soup for Thanksgiving.
  9. 14. This event celebrates the harvest and is linked to a historical feast between Native Americans and Pilgrims.
Down
  1. 2. This process is how plants make their food using sunlight.
  2. 3. The process by which leaves fall off trees.
  3. 6. This fruit is often turned into sauce served at Thanksgiving Dinner.
  4. 10. This orange vegetable is a popular side dish at Thanksgiving and is high in Vitamin A.
  5. 12. This sweet, starchy root vegetable is often mashed and served during Thanksgiving.