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December holidays crossword with Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and winter traditions.
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December Holidays and Traditions Crossword Puzzle

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This 23-clue crossword covers December observances and winter traditions for Grades 5–7. Clues span Christmas classics like "A Christmas Carol" and the Nutcracker, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa customs, winter solstice facts, and literary references from Tolkien and Louise Penny. Use it as a December classroom activity, holiday review, or cultural awareness lesson.

Subject:
Holidays & Seasonal
Topic:
Winter
Grade Level:
5th – 7th Grades
Updated November 2021

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