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Winter word scramble (printable)

A winter word scramble: twelve chilly words from SLED to BLIZZARD with picture-free clues that early readers can follow.

Winter Word Scramble

12 words · clues

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Winter Word Scramble

NameDate

  1. KSFWLONAESix-sided ice crystal that falls from clouds
  2. NETMTSIGloves without separate fingers
  3. EDSLRide it down a snowy hill
  4. EILCCIFrozen spike hanging from a roof
  5. ACOCOHot chocolate drink
  6. ZBZALDIRBig snowstorm with strong wind
  7. CAFRSLong knitted strip worn around the neck
  8. ESTAKGlide on ice with a blade
  9. SORTFWhite coating on the grass on cold mornings
  10. PUNNEGIBird that cannot fly but loves the cold
  11. IOOGLHouse made of snow blocks
  12. FPERIALECWhere logs burn to keep you warm

Winter Word Scramble — Answer key

  1. KSFWLONAESNOWFLAKESix-sided ice crystal that falls from clouds
  2. NETMTSIMITTENSGloves without separate fingers
  3. EDSLSLEDRide it down a snowy hill
  4. EILCCIICICLEFrozen spike hanging from a roof
  5. ACOCOCOCOAHot chocolate drink
  6. ZBZALDIRBLIZZARDBig snowstorm with strong wind
  7. CAFRSSCARFLong knitted strip worn around the neck
  8. ESTAKSKATEGlide on ice with a blade
  9. SORTFFROSTWhite coating on the grass on cold mornings
  10. PUNNEGIPENGUINBird that cannot fly but loves the cold
  11. IOOGLIGLOOHouse made of snow blocks
  12. FPERIALECFIREPLACEWhere logs burn to keep you warm

About this winter word scramble

Every word in this winter word scramble has its letters shuffled so that at most a third stay in place, and no jumble is left the same as its answer. Each scrambled word has a short clue, and the worksheet prints on one page with the answer key on the next. To solve it online, click Play online, type each answer on its line and press Check answers.

The same words are also a winter crossword puzzle — use the scramble as a warm-up and the crossword as the main activity.

Ways to use it

  • Indoor recess activity on snowy days
  • Pair with a science lesson on ice
  • Send the online version for snow days

How to print or save as PDF

  1. Click Print / PDF above the worksheet.
  2. Choose your printer, or choose "Save as PDF" as the destination to keep a file.
  3. Print at 100% scale on letter or A4 paper. Page 1 is the worksheet, page 2 is the answer key.

FAQ

Is this winter word scramble free?

Yes. The worksheet and its answer key are free to print, save as PDF or download as PNG for classroom, home or party use.

How hard is this winter word scramble?

Ages 6–10. Each of the 12 words has a short clue.

Where are the answers?

Click Answer key above the worksheet, or print it: the answer key comes out on page 2.

Can I make my own version?

Yes. Click Customize to open these words in the free word scramble maker, change the list, add or remove hints and print it. Click New layout there for a fresh shuffle.

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