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Smiley-shaped animal life cycles word search with words like metamorphosis and chrysalis.
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This 9-word animal life cycles word search introduces elementary students to key vocabulary about insect development. Hidden words include metamorphosis, chrysalis, larva, and exoskeleton, covering stages and features of transformation. The smiley-shaped grid works as a science unit warm-up, a free-time activity, or a template for other life-science topics.

Subject:
Science
Topic:
Biology
Grade Level:
2nd – 4th Grades
Updated September 2018

Word List

  • CHRYSALIS
  • EGG
  • EXOSKELETON
  • LARVA
  • LIFECYCLE
  • LIFESPAN
  • METAMORPHOSIS
  • NYMPH
  • PUPA

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Print this word search for early finishers, vocabulary review, or classroom warm-ups. Click 'View Word Search' to change the grid size, swap words, or adjust difficulty before downloading.

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