Looking for fun and brain teaser and resources to support students learning their sight words? This unique freeform crossword puzzle activates problem solving strategies while having fun at the same time. List of sight words are grouped by number of letters in each word. Puzzle is available in both printable (PDF) and Google Apps™ versions.
These puzzles help to:
-build vocabulary
-support fine motor skills development
-support visual acuity
-engage critical thinking skills
-improve memory skills
Include this puzzle in:
-distance learning, blended, independent, and differentiated classrooms
-hybrid classrooms
-in-person classrooms
-homeschooling classrooms
-tutoring opportunities
To complete the printable version of the freeform puzzle
-download and print
-review the list of words at the bottom of the puzzle
-where possible, start with words where there is only one of its kind in the group
-record the words in the boxes in the grid
To complete the Google apps version of the puzzle
-copy the file to the computer
-review the list of words at the bottom of the puzzle
-where possible, start with words where there is only one of its kind in the group
-use the text box tool to record the answers in the boxes in the grid
Puzzle also support:
- early finishers
- morning work activities
- language activities
- students requiring a challenge
- Substitute teachers' work