Crossword Puzzle Pack for Use with Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery | 6-9

These Anne of Green Gables crossword puzzles check vocabulary and story details from Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery, written for Grades 6-9. It is a no-prep 48-page printable PDF with answer keys, sold on Teachers Pay Teachers.

At a glance

• Book: Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery
• Grades: 6th–9th
• Resource type: Crossword puzzles
• Format: 48-page printable PDF
• Answer key: Included
• Teaching duration: 1 Week
• Standards: L.6.4, L.7.4, L.8.4, L.9-10.4, RL.6.1, RL.6.4, RL.7.1, RL.7.4 and more
• Price: $3.00

Challenge your students to think deeper about Anne of Green Gables with this no-prep crossword puzzle pack designed for use with the beloved novel by L.M. Montgomery. These puzzles move beyond simple recall — they push students to interpret character motivations, analyze vocabulary in context, and draw inferences from the text, all while reinforcing the key people, places, and events that make Avonlea unforgettable.

You know those moments when you need a rich, standards-aligned activity that actually requires students to engage with the text — not just circle words — but you don’t have time to create it from scratch? This pack solves that. Each puzzle is ready to print and go, with built-in differentiation so every learner in your Grades 6–9 classroom can work at the right level of challenge without any extra planning on your part.

What’s Included:

• 12 crossword puzzles total — 10 unit-based puzzles cover all 38 chapters (following the same chapter groupings as the novel study units) and 2 cumulative whole-book review crosswords tie everything together at the end
• 15 carefully crafted clues per unit puzzle and 20 clues per whole-book review puzzle, giving students repeated, varied practice with the novel’s rich language
• Multiple clue types in every puzzle: definition clues, character identity clues, plot-event clues, vocabulary-in-context, fill-in-the-blank, and light inference questions — so students strengthen multiple comprehension strategies in one activity
• Built-in differentiated difficulty: each unit puzzle contains 5 literal/easy clues, 7 medium clues requiring vocabulary knowledge or moderate inference, and 3 harder clues that demand deeper recall or analytical thinking — all students access the same puzzle, but the scaffolded challenge keeps advanced learners engaged while supporting those who need more guidance
• Complete answer keys for every puzzle — no guesswork for you, and perfect for independent student self-checking or peer review
• Well-illustrated design with warm, thematic artwork that captures the spirit of Prince Edward Island and Anne’s world
• Available in both full-color and ink-saving black-and-white versions — great for classroom printing or digital display
• 48 pages of ready-to-use content

These crosswords are ideal for chapter review quizzes, end-of-unit assessments, literacy centers, small group work, substitute teacher plans, enrichment homework, and paired discussions. Use them after each chapter set to check comprehension, or save the whole-book reviews for a final wrap-up before an essay or test.

Every puzzle reinforces critical reading and vocabulary skills aligned to CCSS Reading: Literature standards RL.6.1, RL.7.1, RL.8.1 (citing textual evidence) and RL.6.4, RL.7.4, RL.8.4 (determining the meaning of words and phrases in context), as well as Language standards L.6.4, L.7.4, L.8.4 and L.6.6, L.7.6, L.8.6 for vocabulary acquisition. This pack pairs beautifully with the matching Anne of Green Gables word search set for a complete, novel-long vocabulary and comprehension routine.

Get this resource on Teachers Pay Teachers today and watch your students engage with Anne’s story in a whole new way — all with zero prep and maximum thinking.

Disclaimer:

This product is an independent supplemental resource designed for use with Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the author or publisher. All references to characters, settings, and events are used for educational purposes only to support reading comprehension and classroom instruction. This resource does not include the original text. Students must have their own copy of the book to complete the activities. All content in this resource is original and created by the seller.

Fonts Used:
Roboto by Christian Robertson | Open Sans by Steve Matteson | Playfair Display by Claus Eggers Sørensen | Lexend by Dr. Bonnie Shaver-Troup & Thomas Jockin | Poppins by Jonny Pinhorn | Montserrat by Julieta Ulanovsky
(All fonts are available via Google Fonts and licensed for commercial use under the SIL Open Font License.)

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Frequently asked questions

What grade level is this for?

It is written for Grades 6-9 (TpT lists 6th-9th).

How long is it?

It is a 48-page printable PDF. Suggested teaching time: 1 Week.

Are answer keys included?

Yes. Answer keys are included.

Do students need their own copy of Anne of Green Gables?

Yes. This is an independent supplemental resource and does not include the text of Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery, so students need their own copy.

How do I get this resource?

It is sold on Teachers Pay Teachers ($3.00) as a PDF download. Use the Buy on TpT button on this page.