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This 15-word community word search introduces early elementary students to how communities work. Hidden words include police, firemen, library, school, and restaurants, covering workers, services, and civic institutions. The smiley-shaped grid works as an introduction to community and civics units, a social-studies warm-up, or part of a sub-plan packet.

Subject:
Social Studies
Topic:
Civics
Grade Level:
1st – 3rd Grades
Updated September 2024

Word List

  • CUSTOMERS
  • BUSINESS
  • MONEY
  • JOBS
  • SERVICES
  • LAWS
  • RULES
  • ORDER
  • POLICE
  • FIREMEN
  • LIBRARY
  • SCHOOL
  • WORKERS
  • BALLPARK
  • RESTAURANTS

How to Use This Word Search

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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