Hidden Words Word Search-02

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Hidden Words Word Search-02

Hidden Words Word Search-02 For Google Apps
Hidden Words Word Search-02

Can puzzles be used in the classroom to support learning? In one word, yes! Word search puzzles are a perfect opportunity for educators to assess student learning, vocabulary acquisition and problem solving skills.

Benefits of puzzles in the classroom
-engages critical thinking skills
-activates problem solving strategies
-improves working memory skills
-supports vocabulary building
-helps with fine motor skills
-supports visual acuity

Use puzzle for:
-virtual learning, independent, and differentiated classrooms
-hybrid and in-person classrooms
-homeschooling environments
-tutoring
-early finishers
-morning language work activities
-students requiring a challenge
-Substitute teachers' work

To complete the printable version
-download the puzzle to print
-brainstorm possible words that could be hidden in the grid
-locate words hidden in the grid and trace the letter paths
-letter paths can travel up/down, right/left and diagonally in all 8 directions
-record the list of words in the space below the grid

To complete the Google Slides™ version
-use the link to copy the file to the computer
-brainstorm possible words that could be hidden in the grid
-locate words hidden in the grid
-use the line tool (or the shapes tool with color set to transparent) to trace the letter paths for each word; OR the squiggle tool to trace the letter paths
-letter paths can travel up/down, right/left and diagonally in all 8 directions
-use the text tool to record the list of words in the space below the grid