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A 50-clue crossword covering Iowa's geography, history, and culture for Grades 5–7. Clues span agriculture (corn, soybeans, pork), landmarks (American Gothic House, Pella windmills), notable figures (Grant Wood, John Wayne, Caitlin Clark), and local traditions (RAGBRAI, Maid-Rite, puppy chow). Use for state-studies units, geography review, or as a classroom activity for students learning about the Midwest.

Subject:
Social Studies
Topic:
Geography
Grade Level:
5th – 7th Grades
Updated June 2026

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