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Christmas Word Puzzles - Free Printable - Tea Time Monkeys

It’s that time of year again, and I’ve got some simple Christmas word puzzles you can use to practise festive vocabulary with your little ones! There are three kinds of puzzle – beginning letter match, word search and word match. I’ve also included three levels of difficulty, so you can choose according to the age group you teach. The pack includes 8 PUZZLE SHEETS in total!

These word puzzles are great for reinforcing vocabulary, spelling and phonics. We’ve also got more resources for practising Christmas vocabulary that you can use together with this printable, like these pocket-sized Christmas Flashcards! See the end of the post for more!

How to use the Christmas Word Puzzles Printable:

  • Choose the level of difficulty appropriate for your child. Look for these symbols:
TEA TIME MONKEYS PRE-K RESOURCES
Level 1 (Pre-K):

Appropriate for preschool children (age 3 – 4) who are just starting to learn their letters. Includes four words to practise and very large print. Children match the picture to the beginning letter of the word. Includes upper case and lower case puzzles.

TEA TIME MONKEYS KINDERGARTEN RESOURCES
Level 2 (K):

Appropriate for kindergarten children (age 5) who are learning to read, write and spell. Includes six words to practise and large print. There are three kinds of puzzle:

  • word search – includes only horizontal words.
  • word match – children draw a line from the word to the correct picture.
  • beginning letter fill – children must complete the first letter of each word.
TEA TIME MONKEYS FIRST GRADE RESOURCES
Level 3 (First Grade):

Suitable for first grade (age 6). Puzzles include eight words to practise and smaller more “grown-up” print. There are 3 kinds of puzzle:

  • word search – includes both horizontal and vertical words to find.
  • word match – children draw a line from the word to the correct picture.
  • complete and match – children fill in a number of missing letters for each word, then draw a line to the correct picture.
  • When they have finished the puzzles, kids can colour the pictures.
  • Print on normal printer paper and photocopy, or laminate if you want re-usable puzzles!

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Kids and adults alike will love these Christmas word search puzzles! They’re fun and educational because they help strengthen vocabulary and spelling.

The Christmas word search puzzles are divided into three levels — printable puzzles that are easy (15 hidden words or less), medium (16-30 words), and challenging (31 words or more to find). I’ve also included a recommended grade level for each puzzle category.

At the bottom of the list, you’ll find some online Christmas word searches. These can be completed online without having to print out anything.

If you don’t find quite what you’re looking for, you can create your own Christmas word search puzzle or complete a winter word search puzzle. There are also holiday word searches and all kinds of other word searches you might like.

Be sure to check out our other Christmas freebies including Christmas coloring sheets for kids. So much Christmas fun for free!

  • Easy Printable Christmas Word Search Puzzles

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    These Christmas word search puzzles are all printable and contain 15 or less hidden words. These puzzles are great for children in grades 1-3.

    1. Easy Peasy Christmas Word Search: Find 7 words in this cheerful green and red Christmas word search puzzle.
    2. Christmas Personalities Word Search Puzzle: Kids will need to find 10 famous Christmas personalities in this puzzle.
    3. Christmas Word Search: There are just 10 words to find in this Christmas word search decorated with Mr. and Mrs. Claus.
    4. Christmas Word Search Puzzle: You’ll need to find 10 hidden words in this easy-to-read word search puzzle.
    5. The Twelve Days of Christmas Word Search Puzzle: Another Christmas word search puzzle where you’ll need to find 12 hidden words.
    6. Merry Christmas Wordsearch: There are 12 words hidden going up, down, left, and right in this puzzle.
    7. Santa Word Search: Find 12 words all about Santa in this free word search puzzle.
    8. Toyland, Toyland: You’ll need to find 12 hidden toy words in this fun puzzle.
    9. Christmas Word Search Freebie: Find 12 Christmas words in this word search to solve the puzzle.
    10. Christmas Word Search for the Kids: This Christmas word search puzzle is barely easy with 15 words to find.
    11. Christmas Tree Shaped Word Search Puzzle: This 15 word Christmas word search is in the shape of a Christmas tree.
    12. Stocking Christmas Word Search: A stocking decorates this word search puzzle that has 15 hidden words.
    13. Christmas Word Search: This free Christmas word search puzzle has 15 hidden words.
    14. Christmas Word Search: There are 15 hidden words in this intermediate word search puzzle.
    15. Christmas Word Search Puzzle: You’ll need to find 15 Christmas-related words to solve this colorful puzzle.
    16. Reindeer Word Search: Find the names of Santa’s reindeer and a few other holiday words in this free word search puzzle.
  • Medium Level Printable Christmas Word Search Puzzles

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    The Christmas word search puzzles below are all considered a medium level of difficulty with having between 16-30 words that need to be found. I recommend these puzzles for kids in grades 4-5.

    1. Christmas Word Search: You’ll need to find 16 words and phrases all about Christmas in this puzzle.
    2. Dickens’ A Christmas Carol: There are 18 hidden words in this Christmas word search all about A Christmas Carol. There are also a few trivia questions at the bottom.
    3. Santa’s Reindeer’s Names: This word search puzzle has 18 hidden words including all the names of Santa’s reindeer.
    4. Merry Christmas: There are 19 hidden words inside this candy-striped word search puzzle.
    5. Christmas Word Search: Find 21 hidden holiday words to successfully solve this puzzle.
    6. Santa’s Reindeer Word Search: You’ll need to find 22 hidden words to solve this Christmas word search.
    7. Holiday Present Wordsearch: There are 22 hidden words in this Christmas puzzle that can be printed in color or black and white.
    8. Christmas Tree Word Search Puzzle: This Christmas word search puzzle contains 23 words and is all about the Christmas tree.
    9. Music of the Christmas Season Word Search: Solve this Christmas word search by finding all 23 hidden Christmas song titles.
    10. A Christmas Carol Word Search Puzzle: There are 23 hidden words in this word search all about that famous book and movie.
    11. Christmas Treats: Find 23 words that are hidden in the puzzle, all having to do with Christmas goodies.
    12. Getting Ready for Christmas Word Search: You’ll have to find 24 words in this Christmas word search.
    13. Christmas Word Search: There are 24 hidden Christmas words and phrases in this free word search that also has an answer sheet.
    14. Christmas Word Search Puzzle: You’ll need to find 25 hidden words in this fun Christmas word search puzzle.
    15. Brownielock’s Christmas Carols Word Find Puzzle: Find the titles of 26 Christmas tunes to solve this Christmas word search.
    16. Christmas Decorating Word Search: Find 26 words that have to do with Christmas decorating in this free, printable puzzle.
    17. Santa Claus Is Coming to Town: There are 26 words of the popular song «Santa Claus Is Coming to Town» that you’ll need to find within the word search puzzle.
    18. Christmas Word Search: Find the 27 Christmas words in this colorful puzzle.
    19. Baking Christmas Cookies Word Search: Find 30 hidden words about baking cookies in this Christmas word search puzzle.
    20. Up on the House-Top: There are 30 words that you’ll need to find to solve this Christmas word search.
    21. Christmas Word Search: There are a whopping 45 words to find in this Christmas word search puzzle.​
  • Challenging Printable Christmas Word Search Puzzles

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    If you’re looking for a challenging printable Christmas words search then these are it! You’ll need to find more than 31 hidden words. I recommend these for grades 6 and up. They’re great for adults too!

    1. Christmas Decorations: There are 33 Christmas decoration words in this word search puzzle.
    2. Santa’s Workshop: Find 35 words all about Santa’s Workshop in this free Christmas word search puzzle.
    3. Santa Claus Christmas Word Search: There are 38 jolly words hidden in this word search puzzle all about Santa.
    4. Printable Christmas Word Search Puzzle: Find 41 words before you can claim victory with this printable Christmas word search.
    5. Frosty the Snowman Word Search: This is a tough Christmas word search puzzle with 42 words related to Frosty the Snowman.
    6. Christmas Challenge: You’ll feel the challenge of this puzzle due to the 72 words that are hidden inside this Christmas tree shaped puzzle.
  • Online Christmas Word Search Puzzles

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    This Christmas word search puzzle can be completed online.

    1. Christmas Word Search: Choose a small puzzle (10 words) or a big puzzle (15 words). Whichever one you choose, Rudolph is there to make sure you find them all.
    2. Christmas Word Search: Find 15 hidden Christmas words and phrases in this free online Christmas word search puzzle.
    3. Online Christmas Word Search Game: There are 25 hidden holiday words to find in this online word search puzzle.
    4. Christmas Word Search Game: Find 30 hidden holiday words in this large online puzzle. You can time yourself and get hints if needed.

festival / festive, tinsel, decorate / decorations , carols , ornaments / baubles, eggnog, Santa Claus , Christmas lights , Christmas tree, reindeer, sleigh , mistletoe , snowman, sack, celebrate / celebration , presents , candle, Christmas stocking , mittens , gingerbread man, snowflakes,

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Last updated: January 24, 2023

With Christmas on the way, why not get stuck into some Christmas word search puzzles? As the weather starts to cool, and with the children at home, these printable puzzles are a fun and educational activity for the whole family.

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We’ve created a range of free printable Christmas word search puzzles for you to enjoy in a variety of themes and difficulties. This means that there’s a word search for all abilities. Depending on the age of your child, they might like to work their way up from the easiest, to the most difficult. Adults will also enjoy these puzzles. They’re fun, relaxing, and will put you in the holiday mood.

These word searches will provide many hours of entertainment. And as a bonus, there’s the opportunity to learn some new vocabulary along the way. All you need to do is print off the Christmas word search PDFs, and then start trying to find the words on the list within the puzzles. Cross off each word as you find it. And when you’re done, you can enjoy coloring in the artwork too.

The word searches on this page come in four different themes
Square — Classic
Star — Christian
Tree — Christmas Traditions
Snowman — Secular, non-religious

Each theme comes in 3 difficulty levels
Easy — 10 words; down & right directions only
Medium — 20 words; up, down, left, & right directions
Hard — 30 words; up, down, left, right, & diagonals

Every single puzzle has a different word list, so there’s plenty to keep your kids occupied while you prepare for Christmas! At the bottom of this page, you’ll find solutions you can download for each Christmas word search puzzle in case your kids get stuck, and you’d like to give them some clues.

Jump to a section or scroll down the page to see all the Christmas word search puzzles and solutions. These printables are for personal, non-commercial use only.

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Easy Christmas Word Search Puzzles

Each of these easy word searches has 10 hidden words, and the word direction is either right or down. There are no backward or diagonal words.

Medium Difficulty Christmas Word Search Puzzles

Each of these medium-difficulty Christmas word searches has 20 hidden words, and the word direction is horizontal or vertical. But you’ll need to look carefully because some of the words could be spelled backward!

Hard Christmas Word Search Puzzles

These hard Christmas word searches have 30 hidden words each. And, to make it extra tricky, the words can be horizontal, vertical, or diagonal, and they can also be spelled backward! Your kids should be very proud of themselves if they find all the words.

Solutions for Christmas Word Searches

Are your kids going crazy trying to find that last word in the puzzle? No problem, here are the solutions so you can give them a clue about where to find that elusive word:

More Christmas Printables for Kids

If you’re looking for more activities for the holiday season, take a look at our vast collection of free coloring pages and templates! They’re all completely free to download and will keep your little ones busy when they’re stuck indoors during the winter months.

  • Santa Coloring Pages
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  • Winter Coloring Pages
  • Printable Christmas Cards
  • Elf Goodbye Letter
  • Santa Letter Templates

Or, if your kid just really loves word searches, check out our complete collection of Printable Word Searches on All Topics.

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Christmas Word Search Puzzle

Word searches get students thinking by using pattern recognition, which is a key cognitive tool. In the theme of Christmas worksheets, this Christmas word search puzzle emphasizes Christmas vocabulary and spelling by finding words up, down, left, and right.

Students love crosswords because they can use analytical skills to count letters and uncover words. This Christmas activity caters to Christmas vocabulary.

But not only do students learn Christmas vocabulary, they learn to spell holiday words. This is a quick activity and is always a sure winner for students.

Christmas Vocabulary Word Search

  1. SANTA
  2. RUDOLPH
  3. ELF
  4. SNOW
  5. ANGEL
  6. TURKEY
  7. GIFT
  8. WINTER
  1. NOEL
  2. TREE
  3. BELL
  4. HOLIDAY
  5. RED
  6. GREEN
  7. SLED

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Whole Class Christmas Games

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Find out fun Christmas facts with this classroom scavenger hunt activity. Students will learn about the history of Christmas traditions, along with information about Christmas around the world.

Christmas Word Puzzles

How many Christmas words and phrases can you unscramble?

This printable Christmas criss-cross puzzle includes words like Santa, reindeer, and mistletoe, and ornaments.

Use the picture key to decode the secret Christmas message. 

Find the reindeer, Claus, sleigh, elves, and other Christmas words in this puzzle.

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Figure out the names of the popular Christmas carols using the images.

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Two or more players.  Players have one minute to brainstorm as many words as they can for each category.  Categories include: Christmas carols, Christmas movies, Things that fit into a stocking, Snowman parts, and more.

Can you find the answers to these funny Christmas riddles?

Match the beginning of each Christmas word on the left with the end of each Christmas word on the right.

2nd through 4th Grades

Special letter paper formatted for a letter to Santa; Includes holiday graphics and lines for date, salutation, body, closing, and signature.

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Lined paper with a candy cane border.

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18 Free Printable Christmas Puzzles

This post covers the printable free Christmas Word Search Puzzles that you can download and play during the holiday season!

These Christmas and holiday word search puzzles are so special to me. I love the holidays! The family comes together and we all have a great time! It’s the chance to be part of each other’s lives without all the interference of work!

As you know, the kids find the holiday season even more special. They dream about what might be under the tree, love seeing their family and loathe the lines at the mall. LOL!

The printable free holiday word search games are a great way to spread the Christmas and holiday spirit! A little extra fun for the holidays!

Some of the benefits of the holiday printable Word Search Puzzles are:

  • Printable Play. Download the puzzles, print and play. Make one copy. Make 10. It’s quick!
  • Save Money. No need to buy holiday books. You can grab these from your computer.
  • Fun for all Ages. Our puzzles are perfect for students, kids, adults and even seniors. In fact, we have families who play the puzzles together (each getting their own copy of course.)
  • Environmentally Friendly. Print out the puzzles you want, don’t worry about the rest. The earth will thank you!

The printable Word Search Puzzles are also great for classroom settings, student activities and even printed out and put in gift bags. The chance to solve a word search puzzle, in any setting, is fun!

Here are the 18 Christmas Word Search Puzzles to play:

[wprm-recipe-roundup-item link=”https://puzzlestoplay.com/christmas-tree-ornaments-word-search-puzzle/” name=”Christmas Tree Ornaments Word Search Puzzle” summary=”The Christmas tree ornaments word search is a puzzle offering a look at all the fun items we place on the branches of the tree during the holiday” image=”2524″]

[wprm-recipe-roundup-item link=”https://puzzlestoplay.com/frosty-the-snowman-word-search-puzzle/” name=”Frosty the Snowman Word Search Puzzle” summary=”The tale of Frosty the Snowman is one that has stood the test of time. This fun word search offers everyone some fun remembering this story!” image=”2539″]

[wprm-recipe-roundup-item link=”https://puzzlestoplay.com/santas-sleigh-word-search-puzzle/” name=”Santa’s Sleigh Word Search Puzzle” summary=”Ho! Ho! Ho! Santa wouldn’t get anywhere without his transportation! This fun word search puzzle is all about Santa’s sleigh!” image=”2533″]

[wprm-recipe-roundup-item link=”https://puzzlestoplay.com/christmas-party-word-search-puzzle/” name=”Christmas Party Word Search Puzzle” summary=”Break out the Christmas music, it’s time to holiday party! The Christmas party word find is going to make you want to eat, drink and be merry!” image=”2516″]

[wprm-recipe-roundup-item link=”https://puzzlestoplay.com/christmas-lights-word-search-puzzle/” name=”Christmas Lights Word Search Puzzle” summary=”One of the time honored traditions of Christmas, the opportunity to see Christmas lights in our communities, at the different retail establishments and even on our Christmas tree is part of the holiday fun!” image=”2508″]

[wprm-recipe-roundup-item link=”https://puzzlestoplay.com/rudolf-the-red-nosed-reindeer-word-search/” name=”Rudolf the Red Nosed Reindeer Word Search Puzzle” summary=”Rudolf the Red Nosed Reindeer is a big part of the holiday season! This fun word search offers a reason to include Rudolf for the season! We just love him!” image=”2501″]

[wprm-recipe-roundup-item link=”https://puzzlestoplay.com/christmas-morning-word-search-puzzle/” name=”Christmas Morning Word Search Puzzle” summary=”The Christmas Morning fun begins before the sun arrives. Racing to the Christmas tree, it’s always a surprise what gifts might be in store! Who doesn’t love ripping gift wrap off our presents?” image=”2469″]

[wprm-recipe-roundup-item link=”https://puzzlestoplay.com/ugly-christmas-sweater-word-search-puzzle/” name=”Ugly Christmas Sweater Word Search Puzzle” summary=”The Christmas ugly sweater tradition is one that we do love. The uglier the better in this fun holiday event. And boy do we have some ugly sweaters in our closet!” image=”2463″]

[wprm-recipe-roundup-item link=”https://puzzlestoplay.com/christmas-shopping-word-search-puzzle/” name=”Christmas Shopping Word Search Puzzle” summary=”” image=”2455″]

[wprm-recipe-roundup-item link=”https://puzzlestoplay.com/christmas-tree-word-search-puzzle/” name=”Christmas Tree Word Search Puzzle” summary=”Oh Christmas tree how we love to look at you! Decked out in ornaments and lights, you look amazing every year!” image=”2383″]

[wprm-recipe-roundup-item link=”https://puzzlestoplay.com/candy-cane-word-search-puzzle/” name=”Candy Cane Word Search Puzzle” summary=”The yummy candy cane is one sweet treat around the holiday. The striped canes taste delicious and offer a reminder about the season!” image=”1916″]

[wprm-recipe-roundup-item link=”https://puzzlestoplay.com/santa-word-search-puzzle/” name=”Santa Word Search Puzzle” summary=”How well do you know Santa? This word search offers a look at Santa’s special place during the holiday. Cookies included! ” image=”1871″]

[wprm-recipe-roundup-item link=”https://puzzlestoplay.com/christmas-carol-word-search-puzzle/” name=”Christmas Carol Word Search Puzzle” summary=”Christmas Caroling for others is always fun. Singing songs about the holiday with friends and family, you can always bring joy with a song or two!” image=”1539″]

[wprm-recipe-roundup-item link=”https://puzzlestoplay.com/a-charlie-brown-christmas-word-search-puzzle/” name=”Charlie Brown Christmas Word Search Puzzle” summary=”The Charlie Brown Christmas special comes on every year. Charlie and his pals from the Peanuts gang have had a TV special for decades and this word search honors his story!” image=”2920″]

[wprm-recipe-roundup-item link=”https://puzzlestoplay.com/new-years-eve-word-search-puzzle/” name=”New Year’s Eve Word Search” summary=”3…2…1…Happy New Year! Every year we celebrate the calendar starting over and a new year beginning. This word search puzzle reminds us all of the fun that happens when the clock strikes midnight!” image=”2483″]

[wprm-recipe-roundup-item link=”https://puzzlestoplay.com/sledding-word-search-puzzle/” name=”Sledding Word Search Puzzle” summary=”Vroom! The sledding word search puzzle is a look at those fun (and sometimes fast) sleds that zip down the hill. This is what snow was made for!” image=”6865″]

[wprm-recipe-roundup-item link=”https://puzzlestoplay.com/holiday-photo-word-search-puzzle/” name=”Holiday Photo Word Search Puzzle” summary=”Say cheese! The holiday photo is one tradition where everyone comes together, if only for a moment, to capture a moment in time. Smiling and wearing their favorite holiday garb, its the perfect moment!” image=”2377″]

[wprm-recipe-roundup-item link=”https://puzzlestoplay.com/holiday-traditions-word-search-puzzle/” name=”Holiday Traditions Word Search Puzzle” summary=”Every family has a holiday tradition. From building snowmen to looking at holiday lights, coming together to do something special is what holiday traditions are all about!” image=”2476″]

In Conclusion

If you love the holidays, this is the perfect list to get you started with Christmas puzzles. They are so much fun! If you find that you’d like to check out more word search puzzles, word scrambles or word games in general, we have you covered. With over 1,000 puzzles to play, the next challenge is only a click away.

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