Wild River: Criss Cross

Answer clues based on the content and vocabulary words from Wild River by Rodman Philbrick. Look for hints in the Word Bank. Print the puzzle or use it on your tablet, phone, or computer.

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Across

  • 2. a large piece of waterproof material used to cover and protect things from getting wet or dirty
  • 4. when water covers the ground that is usually dry, usually because of too much rain
  • 6. to go and get something and bring it back
  • 7. feeling or showing dislike or disrespect for someone or something
  • 8. a special bond between people who care for and enjoy being with each other

Down

  • 1. a wild, natural place where there are no houses or buildings
  • 3. a fun and exciting journey where you discover new things
  • 5. to save someone or something from a dangerous or difficult situation

Word Bank

wilderness
friendship
adventure
scornful
retrieve
flood
tarp
rescue