Halloween Word Search Printable with Answer Key
Explore halloween vocabulary and spelling with an interactive word search. Play online, print a worksheet, or print its answer key.
Customize
Find the words below. Words can run horizontally, vertically, or diagonally.
How to play: Drag across a word on touch or mouse. Keyboard users can select its first and last letters using Enter. Print Puzzle creates a worksheet; Print Answer Key shows the solution.
Words to find
About this puzzle
This original halloween vocabulary and spelling puzzle has 12 hidden words in a 15 × 15 grid. Words may run across, down, diagonally, forward or backward. The puzzle is free to play and print.
Words to find
The word list includes PUMPKIN, COSTUME, HAUNTED, GHOST, WITCH, SPIDER, and more. Look for distinctive letters and check off each word after finding it.
Solving tips
Look for longer words such as SKELETON and VAMPIRE first, then scan rows and diagonals for shorter words.
Learning and discussion activity
Discuss which words describe decorations, costumes or traditions. Write a short spooky-but-friendly story using four puzzle words.
Print the worksheet and answer key
Select “Print puzzle” to print the unsolved worksheet. Select “Print answer key” to print the solution with word paths highlighted. Choose “Save as PDF” in your browser print dialog if you need a digital copy.
Customize your puzzle
Edit the word list or grid size in the controls above, then choose “New puzzle” to create a fresh arrangement. The printable worksheet will use your updated puzzle.