Play a round. Make a worksheet.
Word games and printable puzzles
Practice guessing words, find hidden letters, or turn your own vocabulary list into a puzzle. These three free browser tools work without an account.
Choose your word activity
Snowman HangmanGuess letters before seven mistakes melt the snowman. Choose easy, medium, or hard words for a quick spelling game.
Word SearchFind hidden words in a themed puzzle, or use your own words to make a printable word search.
Crossword GeneratorEnter answers and clues, build a connected crossword, and print a blank puzzle and a separate answer key.
Which activity fits your plan?
- For a quick word guessing round: play Snowman Hangman. It chooses the word for you; use your keyboard or the letter buttons.
- For finding familiar vocabulary: make a word search with a theme or your own list. Preview your puzzle before printing it.
- For matching words to their meanings: use the crossword generator. Write a clue for each answer, then review the layout and answer key.
Using puzzles for a class or family activity
Choose words your players know or are learning. Use a short word guessing round together, or prepare a custom worksheet ahead of time. For a crossword, answers need shared letters to connect; try the supplied example if you are starting from scratch.
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