Human-reviewed Grades 3–6 earth science
Phases of the Moon Crossword Puzzle
Free printable moon phases crossword for astronomy units — crescent, gibbous, eclipse, and related terms with answer key.
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Puzzle grid
Clues
Across
- Shrinking lit portion as nights move toward a new moon (6)
- Path the Moon follows as it travels around Earth (5)
- Moon shape that looks like a thin curved slice (8)
Down
- Growing lit portion as nights move toward a full moon (6)
- Moon shape that is more than half lit but not full (7)
- Moon phase when the near side faces away from sunlight (3)
- Event when Earth, Moon, and Sun line up and block light (7)
Answer key
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FAQ
Is this Phases of the Moon crossword free to print?
Yes. This phases of the moon crossword is free to print for classroom or home use. The page includes a blank grid, numbered clues, and a fold-away answer key. Content is marked Human-reviewed.
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