Crossword Puzzle Pack for Use with The Giver by Lois Lowry | Grades 6-9 No Prep

These The Giver crossword puzzles check comprehension and vocabulary by chapter for The Giver by Lois Lowry in Grades 6–9. Each of the 12 puzzles has 15–20 clues written as definitions, fill-in-the-blank sentences and context clues, following the same chapter groups as our word search pack. Every puzzle comes with an answer key.

At a glance

• Book: The Giver by Lois Lowry
• Grades: 6th–9th
• Puzzles: 12 crosswords (10 chapter groups + 2 whole-book reviews), 15–20 clues each
• Format: 48-page printable PDF, color + black & white
• Answer key: Included
• Teaching duration: 1 Week

These crosswords are designed to be a stress-free, ready-to-go activity. Some clues focus on literal recall, while others demand deeper inference and interpretation, so every student can build confidence while engaging meaningfully with the novel. No cutting, no laminating — just print and hand out.

What’s Included

• 12 crossword puzzles — 10 chapter-grouped puzzles (Chapters 1–2, 3–4, 5–6, 7–8, 9–10, 11–12, 13–14, 15–16, 17–19, 20–23) plus 2 whole-book review crosswords
• 15–20 original clues per puzzle, mixing definition-based, fill-in-the-blank, and context-driven prompts that require close reading
• Clue difficulty scales across Grades 6–9 — approachable recall for emerging readers and inference-heavy challenges for advanced students
• Clean, student-friendly formatting with thematic cover art featuring Jonas, The Giver, and Gabriel
• Full-color and ink-saving black & white versions for every puzzle and answer key — 48 pages total
• Answer keys included for quick, effortless grading or student self-assessment

Use these crosswords for chapter check-ins, small-group discussions, test prep, homework, collaborative partner work, or as no-fuss sub plans. They’re flexible enough to serve as an end-of-chapter comprehension check or a cumulative review before your final assessment.

Aligned with CCSS Reading Literature (RL.6.1, RL.8.1, RL.6.4, RL.8.4) for citing textual evidence and interpreting word meaning, and Language (L.6.4, L.6.6, L.8.4, L.8.6) for vocabulary acquisition, these puzzles build the exact skills you’re already teaching — just in a format kids genuinely enjoy.

Get this resource on Teachers Pay Teachers today and let your students piece together the world of The Giver one clue at a time!

More The Giver resources

• All The Giver activities & puzzles
• The Giver word search
• The Giver word search & crossword bundle

Frequently asked questions

What grade level is this crossword pack for?

It is written for Grades 6–9 (TpT lists it as 6th-9th). Teachers commonly use it during a read-aloud or novel study of The Giver.

How many puzzles are included?

12 crosswords (10 chapter groups + 2 whole-book reviews), 15–20 clues each, in a 48-page printable PDF with full-color and black & white versions.

Are answer keys included?

Yes. Every puzzle has a complete answer key, so you can grade quickly or let students self-check.

What kinds of clues do the crosswords use?

The clues mix definition-based, fill-in-the-blank and context-driven clues, from recall to inference.

Do students need their own copy of The Giver?

Yes. This is an independent supplemental resource and does not include the original text of The Giver by Lois Lowry. Students need the book to complete the activities.

How do I get this resource?

It is sold on Teachers Pay Teachers ($3.00) as an instant-download PDF. Use the Buy on TpT button on this page to go to the listing.

Disclaimer:

This product is an independent supplemental resource designed for use with The Giver by Lois Lowry. 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.

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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.)