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This 25-word word search covers the complete NATO phonetic alphabet for students in Grades 4–6. Hidden words include Alpha, Bravo, Charlie, Sierra, and Whiskey, providing exposure to the standardized code used in military and aviation communication. Use it as a vocabulary activity, a spelling reinforcement exercise, or a sub-plan for students learning about communication systems.

Subject:
English / Language Arts
Topic:
Spelling
Grade Level:
4th – 6th Grades
Updated May 2026

Word List

  • ALPHA
  • BRAVO
  • CHARLIE
  • DELTA
  • ECHO
  • FOXTROT
  • GOLF
  • HOTEL
  • INDIA
  • JULIETT
  • KILO
  • LIMA
  • MIKE
  • NOVEMBER
  • OSCAR
  • PAPA
  • QUEBEC
  • SIERRA
  • TANGO
  • UNIFORM
  • VICTOR
  • WHISKEY
  • XRAY
  • YANKEE
  • ZULU

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