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This 25-word word search reinforces vocabulary from Hans Christian Andersen's "The Ugly Duckling" for students in Grades 2–4. Hidden words include swan, ducklings, pond, yellow, and cracked, reflecting key plot elements and character descriptions. Use it as a read-aloud follow-up activity, a literature unit vocabulary warm-up, or a sub plan after introducing the fairy tale.

Subject:
English / Language Arts
Topic:
Literature
Grade Level:
2nd – 4th Grades
Updated September 2025

Word List

  • MOTHER
  • EIGHT
  • QUACK
  • SOMEONE
  • FROGS
  • PIGS
  • SHAKE
  • YELLOW
  • FINALLY
  • GREY
  • TURTLES
  • SWAN
  • HORSES
  • LITTLE
  • UGLY
  • DUCKLINGS
  • CRACKED
  • PEN
  • POKED
  • MADE
  • POND
  • TRIED
  • HAPPY
  • LONGER
  • PLAY

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