Toys Word Search and Word Puzzles

Here is a FREE collection of 8 toys word search and word puzzle worksheets for young kids. There are three kinds of puzzle - beginning letter match, word search and word match. I've also included three levels of difficulty, so you can choose according to the age group you teach.

These word puzzles are great for reinforcing vocabulary and spelling. They're also perfect to use around Christmas time, to practice words for presents! Use them together with our free toys flashcards and other toys related resources. See the end of the post for more!

How to use the Toys Word Search & Word Puzzles Printable:

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 #1 - children draw a line from the word to the correct object.
word match #2 - children must fill in the first letter of the word then draw a line to the correct object.

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 #1 - children draw a line from the word to the correct object.
word match #2 - children fill in a number of missing letters for each word, then draw a line to the correct object.

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