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This 12-word New Year word search in a lightning-shaped grid works for Grades 3–5. Hidden words include resolution, countdown, fireworks, ball drop, and midnight, covering New Year traditions and reflection themes. Use it as a New Year's week activity, a holiday-break handout, or a fun scavenger hunt for families celebrating the season.

Subject:
Holidays & Seasonal
Topic:
New Year's
Grade Level:
3rd – 5th Grades
Updated December 2025

Word List

  • JANUARY
  • CALENDAR
  • CLOCK
  • MIDNIGHT
  • RESOLUTION
  • GOAL
  • FRESHSTART
  • COUNTDOWN
  • AFFIRMATIONS
  • FIREWORKS
  • BALLDROP
  • NEWYORK

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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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