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This 27-word Thanksgiving word search introduces elementary students to holiday vocabulary and themes. Hidden words include turkey, stuffing, cranberry, pilgrims, mayflower, gratitude, and blessings, spanning traditions, food, and values. The smiley-face shape makes it a festive November classroom activity, free-time option, or sub-plan puzzle for students in Grades 2–4.

Subject:
Holidays & Seasonal
Topic:
Thanksgiving
Grade Level:
2nd – 4th Grades
Updated November 2025

Word List

  • TURKEY
  • STUFFING
  • CRANBERRY
  • CORNBREAD
  • FEAST
  • THANKFUL
  • APPRECIATION
  • BLESSINGS
  • KINDNESS
  • GENEROSITY
  • SHARING
  • FAMILY
  • CELEBRATION
  • REUNION
  • TRADITION
  • GATHERING
  • HARVEST
  • CROPS
  • PILGRIMS
  • MAYFLOWER
  • PARADE
  • FOOTBALL
  • GRATITUDE
  • BAKING
  • COOKING
  • SQUASH
  • HOLIDAY

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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