Crossword Maker: Printable Crosswords from Your Words and Clues
Turn a list of words and clues into a printable crossword with numbered clues and an answer key.
Open the free Crossword Puzzle Maker →What is the Crossword Puzzle Maker?
Turn a list of words and clues into a printable crossword with numbered clues and an answer key. It's completely free, needs no sign-up and works on any phone or computer.
Why it's helpful
- Your words and clues
- Numbered layout
- Answer key
Who it's for
Teachers, parents and event planners.
How to use it
- Write one word and clue per line, separated by |.
- Click Make crossword. Try again for a different layout. Download the puzzle and answer key.
💻 Open source: this tool is free and open source (MIT License). View the code on GitHub, download it and run it offline.
The bigger picture: Kids
Good screen time is active screen time. Drawing, colouring, puzzles and learning games build creativity and early skills, and printable activities give families a screen-free option too. Everything here is free, ad-free and needs no account.
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Frequently asked questions
Why didn't a word fit?
Every word must cross another one. Add words that share common letters.
