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Smiley-shaped word search with living and non-living words like cow, tree, and flower.
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Living or Non-Living Word Search

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This 20-word smiley-shaped word search introduces early elementary students to the difference between living and non-living things. Hidden words include cow, tree, alligator, flower, rock, and wind, covering plants, animals, objects, and natural phenomena. Use it as an introductory science activity, a vocabulary reinforcement worksheet, or a cut-and-sort activity where students categorize words after finding them.

Subject:
Science
Topic:
Biology
Grade Level:
K – 2nd Grade
Updated June 2017

Word List

  • COW
  • TREE
  • SHIRT
  • PENCIL
  • CAR
  • WIND
  • BABANATREE
  • RUG
  • PHONE
  • SUN
  • ALLIGATOR
  • SOAP
  • CAMERA
  • LADYBUG
  • ROCK
  • RIVER
  • CLOUDS
  • SHOES
  • PERSON
  • FLOWER

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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