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Winter Solstice crossword with mythology, Stonehenge, and cultural traditions.
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Winter Solstice Crossword Puzzle

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A 20-clue crossword exploring winter solstice traditions across cultures and history. Clues reference mythology (Freya, Apollo), cultural celebrations (Yalda, Saturnalia), astronomical facts, and landmarks like Stonehenge. Use it as a December classroom activity, a seasonal warm-up for studying world cultures, or to complement a unit on astronomy and cultural practices.

Subject:
Holidays & Seasonal
Topic:
Winter
Grade Level:
6th – 8th Grades
Updated December 2021

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