Firefighters Crossword

About this crossword

This 5th Grade Firefighters crossword features 18 interlocking words, each with a themed clue and no word bank, for an extra challenge. Kids read each clue, work out the answer, and fill it into the grid — a fun way to build firefighters vocabulary, spelling, and reading skills. The second page is a complete answer key.

Sample clues in this crossword

Solve clues like these (answers are on page two):

1. A tool firefighters use to break through doors
2. Hot flames that firefighters put out
3. Firefighters spray water through this
4. Tall waterproof footwear a firefighter wears
5. The big red vehicle firefighters ride in
6. A smoke ___ beeps to warn of a fire

Learning goals

• Learn and review 18 themed firefighters words.
• Read a clue and match it to the correct word.
• Reinforce spelling by writing answers into the grid.

How to use it

• Print both pages on US Letter paper.
• Solve the puzzle on page one.
• Check your work with the answer key on page two.