Mini Crossword
Quick 5×5 puzzle with education-friendly vocabulary. Check letters instantly without waiting for a daily newspaper.
Across
- Wading bird (5)
Down
- Metro vehicle (5)
Letters intersect in the center—both words must agree there.
Last updated: 2026-04-06
How to play Mini Crossword
Quick 5×5 puzzle with education-friendly vocabulary. Check letters instantly without waiting for a daily newspaper. Everything runs in your browser—we do not upload your guesses or scores to a server. Use these games for warm-ups, vocabulary review, or screen-time breaks that still engage language skills.
Tips for teachers & parents
- Pair timed games (like Anagram Frenzy) with accuracy-first tools such as the Word Counter when assigning written follow-ups.
- Use the Typing Speed Test before longer writing tasks to reduce avoidable typos early in the session.
- Explore the full I Love Games hub for related puzzles and the vocabulary games guide for classroom ideas.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Mini Crossword free?
- Yes. There is no paywall and no account required.
- Do you store my progress?
- Daily puzzles (like Wordle) use the date on your device to pick a word. We do not save scores on our servers unless we add optional accounts in the future—today everything stays local to your browser session.
- Can I use this on a phone?
- Yes. Layouts use large tap targets where possible; external keyboards help for typing-heavy games.