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This 15-word circus word search introduces elementary students to performers and attractions found under the big top. Hidden words include trapeze artist, contortionist, juggler, and ringmaster, covering a variety of circus acts and roles. Use it as a fun free-time activity, a performance-art warm-up, or a sub-plan handout on themed days.

Subject:
Art
Topic:
Performing Arts
Grade Level:
3rd – 5th Grades
Updated July 2026

Word List

  • TRAPEZE
  • ACROBAT
  • MAGICIAN
  • TIGHTROPE
  • JUGGLER
  • CONTORTIONIST
  • UNICYCLE
  • CLOWN
  • CARNIVAL
  • CARAVAN
  • SPOTLIGHT
  • MENAGERIE
  • STILTS
  • CANNON
  • RINGMASTER

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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