Word Search

About Word Search

Word Search is a relaxing hunt for hidden words. A grid is filled with letters, and tucked inside are several words from a theme like animals, fruit, or space. Drag across a line of letters to circle a word — across, down, or diagonally. Find them all to clear the puzzle, then start a fresh one. A calm, satisfying game that sharpens spelling and visual scanning.

Word Search is one of our free words & letters games for kids — play it right here in your browser, or browse all our free online games.

How to Play

Read the list of words you need to find.
Words hide across, down, and diagonally in the grid.
Drag from the first letter to the last letter of a word to select it.
Find every word in the list to complete the puzzle.

Tips & Tricks

Scan one row or column at a time.
Look for the first letter of each word you need.
Don't forget the diagonal directions!

What Kids Learn

Word Search is more than fun — it helps build real skills:

Spelling
Visual scanning
Vocabulary

Word Search — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Word Search free to play?

Yes — Word Search is completely free to play here in your browser. There's no sign-up, no download and nothing to buy.

How do you play Word Search?

Drag across the letters to select a word. Read the list of words you need to find.

Do I need to download anything to play Word Search online?

No. Word Search runs in any web browser on a phone, tablet or computer — just open the page and play. Nothing installs.

What age is Word Search for?

Word Search is made for ages 6 to 12. It helps children practise spelling and visual scanning while they play.

About Word Search

How to Play

Tips & Tricks

What Kids Learn

Word Search — Frequently Asked Questions

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