Free Printable Back to School Word Search Puzzles for Kids

Download two free printable back to school word search puzzles (with answer sheets!) with word lists perfect for the start of the school year.

Hello colorists!

We’re just a few weeks away from our kids heading back to school. It’s always a little sad to say goodbye to the lovely, carefree days of summer, but the start of the school year brings its own excitement and joy.

These free printable back to school word search games for kids are fun and challenging activities you can do as your kids prepare for the new school year.

We have two levels to choose from so you can have something for everyone! And, if you have some kids who can finish quickly, they can spend time coloring the pictures as they complete the word search game!

(Speaking of coloring pages, be sure to download our free back to school coloring pages to print before you head off to school.)

If you want to have the answer sheet ready, scroll down to the bottom of the post to download the entire word search question and answer pack.

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Free Printable Back to School Word Search Game for Kids

Whether you have a young child just starting to learn to read or an older sibling who likes a challenge, there are two difficulty levels to download.

Below you will find easy download buttons for each worksheet.

Also, at the end of this post, we have a larger download pack that includes both the school vocabulary word search games and the corresponding answer sheets (in case anyone needs a little help!).

Easy word search for back to school

The first level is perfect for younger children, with larger fonts and simpler word lists. This word search includes vocabulary that is easily associated with school days, such as desks, classrooms, and teachers. As children search for these words, they not only build their reading skills, but also strengthen their vocabulary.

This smaller word search game is a great choice for beginning readers. The puzzle contains 10 words that are easy for young children to read. Also, there are no crosswords.

Back to School Word Search: 20 Words

For older children, the second level offers more complex puzzles. The font is slightly smaller and the word list includes longer words suitable for more advanced readers.

There are 20 school vocabulary words hidden in this puzzle! Can you find them all? Get this printable for better readers who want a bit more of a challenge. The words in this puzzle go in every direction except backwards.

Both word searches come with PDF Answer Sheets

Anyone stuck? Or, would you like to get both word searches with answers available? If so, download the PDF for a 4-page package that includes both back to school word searches along with their answers.

Thanks for stopping by and good luck with this word search challenge!

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