Free Printable Crossword Puzzles

I've brought together 39 free printable crossword puzzles, each with a separate answer key. Choose from eight general knowledge crosswords, themed puzzles, and 15 favorites from my Easy collection. Topics include everyday life, geography, science, music, seasons, and holidays.

To print or save a puzzle: Select its picture or title, then choose Print This Page. In your browser's print window, choose your printer or a PDF option. The Solution link opens the matching answer key. Puzzle and solution pages open in a new tab.

I use Standard difficulty for the regular puzzles and More challenging for those with more advanced vocabulary or subject knowledge. These are general guides; a familiar topic can make a big difference.

For a simpler starting point, browse my Easy Printable Crossword Puzzles. Those same 15 puzzles also appear below. For additional science topics, visit my separate collection of 10 Biology Crossword Puzzles.

Choose a Crossword Puzzle

General Knowledge Crosswords

Choose from eight mixed-topic puzzles. Numbers 1 through 6 use a broad mix of familiar words and facts. Numbers 7 and 8 include more advanced vocabulary.

General Knowledge Crossword 1 Standard difficulty Solution

General Knowledge Crossword 2 Standard difficulty Solution

General Knowledge Crossword 3 Standard difficulty Solution

General Knowledge Crossword 4 Standard difficulty Solution

General Knowledge Crossword 5 Standard difficulty Solution

General Knowledge Crossword 6 Standard difficulty Solution

General Knowledge Crossword 7 More challenging Solution

General Knowledge Crossword 8 More challenging Solution

Everyday Life and Leisure

Explore cooking, home life, hobbies, sports, and familiar foods.

Kitchen and Cooking Standard difficulty Solution

Around the House Standard difficulty Solution

Hobbies and Pastimes Standard difficulty Solution

Sports and Games Standard difficulty Solution

Fruit Easy collection Solution

Geography and History

Take a trip through places, landmarks, and discoveries. The inventions puzzle offers a little more challenge.

World Geography Standard difficulty Solution

Famous Landmarks Standard difficulty Solution

U.S. Geography Standard difficulty Solution

Inventions and Discoveries More challenging Solution

Nature, Science and Learning

Try weather, trees, and earth science, or choose one of the science and nature puzzles from my Easy collection.

Weather Standard difficulty Solution

Trees and Plants Standard difficulty Solution

Earth Science More challenging Solution

Animal Easy collection Solution

Seaside Easy collection Solution

Astronomy Easy collection Solution

Outer Space Easy collection Solution

Periodic Table Easy collection Solution

Math Vocabulary Easy collection Solution

More science crosswords: My Biology Crossword collection has 10 additional puzzles on cells, body systems, and other biology topics, with separate answer keys.

Arts, Music and Language

Enjoy music and familiar expressions, along with Hollywood, literature, and poetry favorites from my Easy collection.

Music and Instruments Standard difficulty Solution

Everyday Expressions Standard difficulty Solution

Golden Age of Hollywood Easy collection Solution

Literary Terms Easy collection Solution

Famous Poets Easy collection Solution

Seasons and Holidays

Find a crossword for the season, a holiday gathering, or a quiet afternoon.

Autumn / Fall Easy to standard Solution

Halloween Standard difficulty Solution

Christmas Standard difficulty Solution

Spring Easy collection Solution

Summer Easy collection Solution

Winter Easy collection Solution

Easter Easy collection Solution

Thanksgiving Easy collection Solution

Tips for Solving These Crosswords

Use the Across and Down clues to fill in the grid, writing one letter in each square. Start with the clues you know. Each answer supplies crossing letters that can help you solve the others. For answers made of more than one word, leave out spaces and punctuation.

You do not have to finish a puzzle in one sitting. Set it aside and come back later, or work through the clues with a friend. If you get stuck, open the separate solution page to check an answer.

Common Questions

Are these crossword puzzles free?

Yes. You can print the puzzles and their solutions for free. There is no account or sign-up required.

Can I save a crossword as a PDF?

Yes. Open the puzzle page and select Print This Page. Choose your browser's save-as-PDF option in the print window. You can save the solution the same way.

Which puzzles should I try first?

Choose a topic you enjoy or start with my Easy collection. For mixed topics, try General Knowledge 1 through 6. General Knowledge 7 and 8, Inventions and Discoveries, and Earth Science are labeled More challenging. Some specialized topics in the Easy collection may still be tricky if the subject is unfamiliar.

May I copy or share the puzzles?

Yes. You may print and share copies for home, classroom, church, club, workplace, care-home, or activity-group use. You may also include them in a newsletter or other publication. Keep the copyright line in place, and do not sell the puzzles. For publication, include: "© Memory-Improvement-Tips.com. Reprinted by Permission."

More Free Printable Puzzles

For a different kind of word puzzle, visit my Word Search Printables or Large Print Word Searches. You can also try Printable Sudoku Puzzles or browse the full Printable Puzzles collection.