May Word Search Puzzle Packet

Welcome back to the monthly word search puzzle packets! These are always fun pages to work on and can be used in a multitude of ways.

If you do not routinely use themes in your homeschool or learning setting, I would encourage you to do so! It breaks up the monotony of the usual curriculum in a fun way. Whether you choose word searches, unit studies, copywork, or phonics practice, I am certain your young learners will enjoy the change of pace!

Enjoy browsing through the many themes in this month’s May word search packet!

ETA March 2024: I am updating each month’s word search packet, so make sure you check in each month to find the latest update! If you have purchased this packet in the past, you can always log into your account and download the newest version.

✅ Browse through all of the word search puzzles here at Mama’s Learning Corner! Not only will you find monthly themes, but also phonics work such as short vowels and long vowels. More topics include holiday themes and U.S. States.

May Word Search Packet

In the monthly Word Search Packets, I offer 10 different themed word searches pertaining to the particular month.  The National Day of Prayer is in May, and I wanted to offer that search as a bonus to this set.

While creating that puzzle, I lost track of how many searches I created, and inadvertently created TWELVE searches for May!

My mistake is your gain!  Ha!

Each word in the search can be found horizontally, vertically, or diagonally from left to right.

Also note that the pages are not dated in any way, so you should be able to use them year after year.

In the May Word Search Puzzle Packet, you’ll find the following topics:

★ Plant a Garden – Many gardens are planted in May, right after the last frost.

★ Strawberries – Strawberries are ripe and juicy in May while they’re in season

★ May Day – Talk about the traditions of May Day and the maypole!

★ Mother’s Day – Always the 2nd Sunday in May

★ Memorial Day – Celebrated the last Monday of May

★ Cinco de Mayo – May 5th, of course

★ …Brings May Flowers! – Search for a variety of my flowers, which just happen to be my favorite ❤️

★ I Love My Teachers! – Teacher Appreciation Week is in May

★ Armed Forces Day – Words about the U.S. observance

★ Victoria Day – Words related to the Canadian observance

★★ BONUS: Kentucky Derby – Raced the 1st Saturday in May in Louisville, Kentucky

★★ BONUS: National Day of Prayer – Observed each year on the 1st Thursday of May

Also includes an answer key.

Why Word Search Puzzles for Kids?

Are word searches just busy work for kids? I say absolutely not!

Yes, they are fun pages, but word searches can be packed with learning.

Here are a few suggestions:

• These word searches are grouped by theme. Choose a ‘theme for the day’ or have a ‘Fun Friday Theme’ each week. Talk about the theme – read a book, watch an educational You Tube video, and go over each vocabulary word. Ensure your children know what each word means and can use it appropriately in a sentence.
• Do your students need phonics help? Choose a few words from the word bank in the puzzle and focus on a particular phonics concept. For example, choose to work on vowel teams, silent letters (such as a silent k or g), consonant blends, tricky spelling concepts, or types of syllables. The opportunities for phonics mastery are endless here.
  
  ➡️ Need help with teaching spelling? Take a look at How I Teach Spelling in Our Homeschool
• Use this as a brainstorming activity. After reviewing the vocabulary words together on your chosen puzzle page, brainstorm other words that could be included. Make a list on the board and add to it throughout the day or week.
• Need penmanship practice? Have your child write the vocabulary words – in print or cursive – in their best penmanship.
  
  ➡️ Need more handwriting resources? Hop over to my handwriting and copywork section to find a variety of helps.

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Lauren Hill

Lauren Hill is a Christian mom to 5, ages 19 to 7. She homeschools her children in the classical education tradition and is currently in her 15th year of homeschool. She creates engaging worksheets and hands-on printable activities for Preschool and Elementary age children to supplement their daily studies.

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