English vocabulary
Halloween Word Search Printable with Answers
Find eight Halloween words in an editable word search for ages 6–8. Change the vocabulary or directions; download A4/Letter PDFs with an answer key.
Answer or caller pages are included at the end of the ready-made PDF.
The ready-made PDF includes teacher references at the end where applicable. To keep your edits, use Print / save my PDF.
Print at actual size (100%), match the selected paper size and turn off browser headers and footers.
You’ll need
Paper and a pencil. Add crayons for coloring; use paper counters for Bingo.
A small idea for using this
Use it as a short warm-up, then invite the child to explain one answer.
A few things before you print
Which words are included, and can I edit the list?
The default has eight Halloween words such as PUMPKIN, GHOST and CANDY. Replace them with 4–12 different English words, 2–12 letters each. The answer key updates with the list.
Are words backwards or diagonal?
No words are reversed. The easy version uses across and down; the harder version also permits downward diagonals. Directions on the sheet identify the allowed directions.
Where is the word-search answer key?
It follows the student page in the prepared PDF. In the editor, choose Teacher references. New words and versions keep the puzzle and answer key paired.
How do I print without clipped edges or extra pages?
Match A4 or US Letter in the activity and printer settings. Use portrait orientation and Actual size (100%), and turn off browser headers and footers. Check one preview before printing copies.