Crossword for Kids
- 1st–5th grade
- Ages 6–11
- Free, no sign-up
Pick a theme, read the clue, look at the picture and fill in the word. Words cross and share letters, so every word you solve helps with the next. The puzzle is built fresh every time, so kids can play the same theme again and again.
About the game
| Themes | 20, like animals, food, sports and space |
|---|---|
| Levels | Easy: 5 words with pictures. Medium: 7. Hard: 9, word clues only |
| Controls | Type on a keyboard or tap the on-screen letters |
| Sign-up | None. Stars are saved on your device |
How to play
- Pick a level and a theme. Easy has picture clues for every word.
- Choose a clue. Tap a square or a clue. The word lights up.
- Type the word. When a word is full, it checks itself: green is right, red letters need fixing.
- Solve them all. Every word right the first time earns three stars.
For parents: what Crossword for Kids practices
Crosswords practice spelling, vocabulary and reading clues carefully. Crossing words also teach kids to use the letters they know to figure out the ones they don't. It pairs with:
Common Core: L.1.2d, L.2.2d (spell words), L.K.5a and L.1.5a (sort words into categories), L.2.4 and L.3.4 (word meaning).
Getting the most out of it
- Start with the clues you're sure about.
- Use the letters from crossing words as hints.
- Count the squares: the number in brackets tells you how many letters.
Games are best as a reward or a warm-up, not the main lesson. Ten minutes of play after a short lesson works better than an hour of play on its own.
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Last reviewed: November 11, 2026
Questions parents ask
Is it the same puzzle every time?
No. The game picks words from the theme and builds a new layout each time.
Can my child play on a phone?
Yes. On phones and tablets, an on-screen keyboard appears under the puzzle.
Is this game free?
Yes. Every game on English1to5 is free, with no ads, no sign-up and no in-game purchases.
Does the game collect any information about my child?
No. There are no accounts. Progress and scores are saved only in your browser on your own device. See our privacy policy.