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Printable picture crosswords

Each numbered picture gives a word to write in the grid, one letter per square. The shared letters help with spelling.

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Crossword grid with numbered pictures
First page, made in Lexikit with twelve animal words.

In 3 steps

  1. Add your words: words already known orally.
  2. Choose the grid: 4, 6 or 8 words, with or without the first letter.
  3. Print the worksheet and its answer key.

What you can set

  • 4, 6 or 8 words per grid
  • Hint: first letter given, or none
  • Answer key page
  • Script, size, name and date on the worksheet

Ways to use it

  • Spelling out known words, letter by letter
  • Revising the spelling of a theme's vocabulary
  • A differentiated worksheet: with or without the first letter

Frequently asked questions

Do pupils need to be able to write?

They need to know their letters: crosswords suit a child who is starting to write words. Give the first letter to help.

Your turn

Open Lexikit, write your words, choose a resource: all that is left is to print. Free, no account, and your words stay on your device.

Create a crossword