Easy 3rd grade word search
12 × 12 grid · 12 words · across and down
3rd Grade Word Search
NameDate
- ABOUT
- BRING
- CARRY
- CLEAN
- DRINK
- EIGHT
- GROW
- HURT
- KIND
- LAUGH
- LIGHT
- NEVER
3rd Grade Word Search — Answer key
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3rd Grade word search (free printable)
A third grade word search with 18 words from the third grade sight-word list, such as LAUGH, TOGETHER and MYSELF. The hard version adds backwards and diagonal words to stretch confident readers.
- Ages 8–9
- 18 words
- 2 versions + answer keys
- Print · PDF · PNG · Play online
Hard 3rd grade word search
14 × 14 grid · 18 words · all 8 directions, including backwards
3rd Grade Word Search
NameDate
- ABOUT
- BETTER
- BRING
- CARRY
- CLEAN
- DRINK
- EIGHT
- GROW
- HURT
- KIND
- LAUGH
- LIGHT
- MYSELF
- NEVER
- SEVEN
- SHALL
- START
- TOGETHER
3rd Grade Word Search — Answer key
About this 3rd grade word search
This free 3rd grade word search hides 18 words in two printable grids: a easy 12 × 12 version (across and down) and a hard 14 × 14 version (all 8 directions, including backwards). Each puzzle prints on one page with the answer key on the next, and both can be played online.
Looking for a specific age? See word searches for 8 year olds — three more puzzles sized for that age.
Word list
ABOUT, BETTER, BRING, CARRY, CLEAN, DRINK, EIGHT, GROW, HURT, KIND, LAUGH, LIGHT, MYSELF, NEVER, SEVEN, SHALL, START, TOGETHER
Ways to use it
- Assign easy or hard versions to differentiate within one class.
- Have students sort the words by number of syllables.
- Use it as a morning warm-up while you take attendance.
Puzzle facts
| Words | 18 (longest: TOGETHER, 8 letters) |
|---|---|
| Easy version | 12 × 12 grid, 12 words, across and down |
| Hard version | 14 × 14 grid, 18 words, all 8 directions, including backwards |
| Recommended for | Ages 8–9 |
| Answer key | Yes — on page 2 when printed |
| Formats | Print, PDF (via your browser's print dialog), PNG, play online |
How to print or save as PDF
- Click Print / PDF under the version you want.
- Choose your printer, or choose "Save as PDF" as the destination to keep a file.
- Print at 100% scale on letter or A4 paper. Page 1 is the puzzle, page 2 is the answer key.
FAQ
Is this 3rd grade word search free to print?
Yes. Both versions and their answer keys are free to print, save as PDF or download as PNG for home, classroom or party use. No sign-up is needed.
What age is this 3rd grade word search for?
Ages 8–9. The easy version (12 × 12, across and down) suits newer solvers; the hard version (14 × 14, all 8 directions, including backwards) is more challenging.
Where is the answer key?
Click Answer key under either puzzle to see it on screen. When you print, the answer key comes out on its own page after the puzzle.
Can I change the words?
Yes. Click Customize to open this exact puzzle in the free word search maker, where you can add or remove words, change the grid size and difficulty, and print your own version.