Recycling Word Search
11 words · 12×12 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
Recycling keeps useful material out of the landfill. Sorting is the first step, separating plastic, glass, aluminum, and cardboard into the correct bin so each can be processed. Food scraps and yard waste go to compost instead, breaking down into soil. Aluminum is one of the best cases, since it can be melted and remade endlessly. The bigger wins come earlier though, when we reduce what we use or reuse and salvage what we already have. This word puzzle gathers eleven terms.
Frequently asked questions
Why does sorting matter in this recycling word search?
SORTING keeps materials clean. One greasy item in a batch of CARDBOARD can send the whole load to the LANDFILL instead.
Which material recycles best?
ALUMINUM. It can be melted down and remade many times with a fraction of the energy needed to produce it from ore.
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 recycling word search free to print?
Yes, it is free to play online or download as a printable PDF, with no signup and no watermark.
