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Elementary vocabulary crossword with firefly, peacock, fossil, and more.
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This 20-clue vocabulary crossword introduces elementary students to varied words across animals, natural phenomena, and objects. Clues cover animals like firefly and walrus, natural wonders like avalanche and mirage, and items like telescope and ukulele. Use it for vocabulary building, classroom review, or a lesson warm-up for Grades 2–4.

Subject:
Science
Topic:
Animals
Grade Level:
2nd – 4th Grades
Updated July 2026

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