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🔎 Word search maker

Type your own words or pick a theme and get a printable word search, with an answer key.

10 words · 11×11 grid. Letters only, 2 to 14 per word.

Animal word search

ULTIGERKRZS
TMRABBITKKH
DXTQPLOEOBA
KOYIUIHAAXR
YLLJAOPGLRK
TLMVHNALAAJ
ZEBRARNECHF
GUNPPZDMHZS
QLPDYVAAFOA
OMONKEYMLLA
RYTNVTURTLE

LION · TIGER · ZEBRA · MONKEY · PANDA · KOALA · RABBIT · TURTLE · EAGLE · SHARK

Questions and answers

Frequently asked questions

How do I make my own word search?

Type a title and up to 20 words, separated by commas or new lines. The puzzle is built straight away; press "New puzzle" for a different layout and "Print" for a clean A4 page.

Which directions do the words go?

Left to right and top to bottom, which suits young readers. Words can share letters where they cross.

Can I print the answers?

Tick "Show answers" before printing and the hidden words are highlighted, so you have an answer key for checking.

Can I use spelling words?

Yes, that is one of the best uses. Paste this week's spelling list and print a copy for every child.

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