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Nature & Outdoors Crossword Puzzles

Vocabulary for landscapes, weather, wildlife, and the natural world

A2–B1 3 Puzzles · Up to 25 Words Each Answer Key Included Free · No Sign-up

About This Worksheet

Nature crossword worksheets explore the vocabulary of the natural world — landforms, forests, rivers, wildlife, seasons, and natural phenomena. They bridge science and English, making them perfect for geography lessons, environmental discussions, and building nature vocabulary at A2–B1.

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Nature Part 1 Crossword

21 words

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Across

  1. 3. A grassy field often filled with wild flowers.
  2. 4. The physical world of plants, animals, and land.
  3. 6. A small smooth stone.
  4. 7. The part of a plant from which a new plant grows.
  5. 9. The loud sound heard during a storm.
  6. 10. A very large body of salt water.
  7. 11. A natural stream of water flowing across land.
  8. 13. A natural hollow space in the ground or in rock.
  9. 16. A large moving mass of ice.
  10. 17. A flat green part of a plant.
  11. 18. Falling water dropping over a rock edge.
  12. 19. A deep narrow valley with steep sides.

Down

  1. 1. A large area covered with trees.
  2. 2. A dense tropical forest.
  3. 5. A very dry area with little rain.
  4. 7. The time when the sun first appears in the morning.
  5. 8. The time when the sun goes down in the evening.
  6. 12. A mountain that can erupt with lava.
  7. 13. A high steep face of rock or earth.
  8. 14. Low land between hills or mountains.
  9. 15. A small narrow river.

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Vocabulary Covered

  • Landscapes & landforms
  • Weather phenomena
  • Trees & plants
  • Wild animals
  • Water & ocean features
  • Seasons & natural cycles
  • Natural disasters

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do these Nature & Outdoors crossword puzzles come with answers?
Yes. Every puzzle in the Nature & Outdoors PDF has its own answer key page, printed after the puzzle pages, so you can mark work quickly or let students self-check.
How many puzzles are in the Nature & Outdoors crossword PDF?
The PDF contains 3 printable crossword puzzles with up to 25 words each, plus a matching answer key for each puzzle.
What level are these Nature & Outdoors crosswords?
Difficulty: A2–B1. Recommended for: ESL A2–B1, science/geography support, outdoor education.
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