Kindergarten Word Search
11 words · 10×10 grid
How to play: click (or tap) the first letter, drag to the last letter, then release. Words go in any direction, including backwards. Or download the PDF to solve on paper.
Find these words
Three letters each. CAT. SUN. BUS. HAT. Nothing longer, nothing tricky, nothing that needs explaining first. This is a first puzzle rather than a test, and a child who finishes it will want another one immediately.
Frequently asked questions
Are the words hidden diagonally or backwards?
No — everything runs left to right or top to bottom, which is as much as a new reader can be asked to manage.
Can this be used in class?
It works well as a settling activity, since almost every child can finish it without needing help.
Does the PDF include an answer key?
Yes, the PDF has the puzzle on page one and the full answer key on page two.
Is this kindergarten word search free to print?
Yes, it is free to play online or download as a printable PDF, with no signup and no watermark.
