Word search Valentine's Day puzzle. Students love heart-shaped Valentine's Day word search puzzles. Students in grade 4,5,6 classrooms will benefit from using these free, puzzle to print and Google Slides™ versions. Use differentiated instruction to accommodate reluctant learners and English language learners in the classroom.
Puzzle suitable for all learning environments:
-virtual learning, hybrid and in-person classrooms
-homeschooling environments
-as a tutoring resource
-Substitute Teacher's Toolkit
To complete the printable version:
-download the puzzle to print
-review the list of words
-locate the words hidden in the heart shaped grid
-trace the letter paths
-letter paths travel vertically, horizontally, and diagonally all eight directions
To complete the Google Slides™ version:
-use the link to copy the file to your computer
-review the list of words
-locate the words hidden in the heart shaped grid
-use the line tool (or the shapes tool with color set to transparent) to trace the letter paths for each word
-OR, use the squiggle tool to trace the letter paths
-letter paths travel vertically, horizontally, and diagonally all eight directions
Word search puzzles help:
-develop and support problem solving strategies
-engage critical thinking skills
-improve working memory skills
-build vocabulary and support visual acuity
-support fine motor skills development and visual acuity
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