Create your own wordsearch

Looking for a fun way to practise this week's spellings, or consolidate some new vocabulary? Use our blank printable wordsearch grid to create your own puzzle for your KS2 child (and you can print it out as many times as you need to!).

How can wordsearches help your KS2 child with spelling and vocabulary?

Wordsearches can be a fantastic and fun way to help your KS2 child improve their spelling and vocabulary. 

Here’s why they are so beneficial:

Boosting spelling skills: When your child looks for words in a wordsearch, they have to pay close attention to each letter. This helps them practise spelling without even realising it! Finding words among a jumble of letters encourages them to remember how each word is spelled, which can improve their spelling skills over time.

Expanding vocabulary: Wordsearches often introduce new words that your child might not come across in everyday conversation. As they hunt for these words, they become familiar with their spelling and meaning. 

Making learning fun: Kids love games, and wordsearches are like a puzzle game with a learning twist. They can feel a sense of achievement when they find all the words, and this positive experience makes them more enthusiastic about learning. 

How will this downloadable wordsearch template help your KS2 child?

Input the words you want your child to practise on the blank grid. Depending on their age, make the puzzle easier or harder by arranging them horizontally, vertically, diagonally or even backwards!

For more help with spelling, check out our hub page, or try a new challenge such as our Superstar Spelling Pack.