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Nutcracker crossword with Clara, Drosselmeyer, ballet dances, and Christmas themes.
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The Nutcracker Crossword

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A 14-clue crossword based on Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker ballet. Clues cover story characters like Clara and the Mouse King, famous dance numbers such as the Russian, Arabian, and Spanish dances, and iconic elements like the candy castle and Sugar Plum Fairy. Use it before or after viewing the ballet, or as a holiday music and literature activity for Grades 3–5.

Subject:
Music
Topic:
Music History
Grade Level:
3rd – 5th Grades
Updated May 2016

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Print this crossword for classroom use, homework packets, or sub plans. Click 'View Crossword' to modify clues, adjust difficulty, or add your own words before downloading as a PDF. An answer key is included with every download.

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