Bugs Worksheets and Word Puzzles

Here are some simple, FREE bugs worksheets and word puzzles you can use if you're doing an insects or spring theme with little ones! There are four kinds of puzzle - beginning letter match, word search, fill in the missing letters and word match.

I've included three levels of difficulty, so you can choose according to the age groups you teach. The pack includes 8 PUZZLE SHEETS in total, and versions in U.S. and U.K. English!

Tea Time Monkeys word puzzles are great for reinforcing vocabulary, spelling and phonics. We've also got more resources for teaching about BUGS & INSECTS that you can use together with this printable - see the end of the post for more!

How to use the BUGS Worksheets and Word Puzzles Pack:

Choose the level of difficulty appropriate for your child. Look for these symbols:

Level 1 (Pre-K):

Appropriate for preschool children (age 3 - 4) who are just starting to learn their letters. Includes four words to practise and very large print. Children match the picture to the beginning letter of the word. Includes upper case and lower case puzzles.

Level 2 (K):

Appropriate for kindergarten children (age 5) who are learning to read, write and spell. Includes six words to practise and large print. There are three kinds of puzzle:

word search - includes only horizontal words.
word match - children draw a line from the word to the correct picture.
beginning letter fill - children must complete the first letter of each word.

Level 3 (First Grade):

Suitable for first grade (age 6). Puzzles include eight words to practise and smaller more "grown-up" print. There are 3 kinds of puzzle:

word search - includes both horizontal and vertical words to find.
word match - children draw a line from the word to the correct picture.
complete and match - children fill in a number of missing letters for each word, then draw a line to the correct picture.

When they have finished the puzzles, kids can colour the pictures.
Print on normal printer paper and photocopy, or laminate if you want re-usable puzzles!