About this crossword
A sweet Valentine’s Day crossword with Cupid, roses, lace and a box of chocolates, plus friendship and hugs, so it works for a class party as well as for couples and grandparents.
14 clues, 5 across and 9 down, on a 14×14 grid; the longest answer has 10 letters and the shortest 4.
Did you know?
- The rhyme “Roses are red, violets are blue” echoes lines from Edmund Spenser’s poem The Faerie Queene, published in 1590.
- In Roman mythology Cupid is the son of Venus, the goddess of love.
- Before printed cards were common, many valentines were made by hand with lace, ribbon and pressed flowers.
Questions
Is this crossword right for a class party?
Yes. The clues are gentle and family-friendly, and answers like FRIENDSHIP and HUGS keep it fun for kids who are not interested in romance.
How do I make the Valentine’s Day crossword easier?
Download the PDF with a word bank: it lists all 14 answers, from Arrow to Valentine, so solvers match each one to its clue. The answer key is on page two.