What is in the PDF

  • Word search puzzle, 14 by 14 letters, with a list of 14 words to find
  • Answer key with every word marked

How to use this printable

Print the word search on US Letter or A4 paper at actual size. Give the child a pencil or crayons and explain that they need to find 14 Christmas words hidden in the 14 by 14 letter grid. Words can go forward, backward, and diagonally. Show them how to circle or highlight each word as they find it. Use the answer key on page 2 to check their work together. This activity helps children practice spelling by recognizing letter patterns and improves visual scanning skills. It is free and requires no sign up. Let the child work at their own pace and offer help if they get stuck. The puzzle is designed for ages 8 to 11 and includes longer words for a challenge.

Teaching tips

  • To make it easier, let the child start by finding the shortest words first. To make it harder, time them or ask them to write each word after finding it.
  • Talk about the meaning of each Christmas word as they find it to build vocabulary and connect the activity to the holiday.
  • Reuse the page by placing it in a plastic sleeve and having the child use a dry erase marker. Wipe clean for another round.

Questions and answers

Is this word search too hard for an 8 year old?

The puzzle includes words from 3 to 10 letters and is designed for ages 8 to 11. Younger children may need help with longer or diagonal words.

How should I print the PDF?

Print at 100 percent or actual size. Both US Letter and A4 paper sizes work. Do not scale the page or the grid may become too small.

Can I use this in a classroom?

Yes, it is free and can be printed for multiple students. No sign up is needed.