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This 14-word word search covers key characters and themes from Barry Hines' novel Kes for students in Grades 7–9. Hidden words include Billy, kestrel, Casper, coalmine, and bullied, drawing from the story's setting and emotional arc. Use it as a vocabulary review during a Kes unit, a sub-plan activity, or a study aid for classroom discussions.

Subject:
English / Language Arts
Topic:
Literature
Grade Level:
7th – 9th Grades
Updated May 2026

Word List

  • BILLY
  • CASPER
  • KES
  • KESTREL
  • ONTHEHOP
  • SCHOOL
  • TEACHERS
  • LOST
  • BULLIED
  • PREY
  • INTEREST
  • MOM
  • JUD
  • COALMINE

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