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Boy Jesus at the Temple Word Search (Easy, Medium and Hard)

Free printable Boy Jesus at the Temple word search in three levels, from 6 big words across and down to 14 words in every direction. Answer keys included.

Preschool–Grade 5 · Medium

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Ages
Preschool (3–5), Early Elementary (K–2), Upper Elementary (3–5)
Difficulty
Medium
Time
10 minutes
Scripture
Luke 2:41–52

Use this word search after you teach Boy Jesus at the Temple (Luke 2:41–52).

The story: When Jesus was twelve, His family went to Jerusalem for the Passover. On the way home Mary and Joseph realized He was missing, and they found Him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the doctors (the teachers), hearing them and asking them questions.

Talk about it: Big idea: Growing in God, Obedience to parents. Which word from the puzzle reminds you most of the story?

Three levels: easy (ages 4–6) has 6 big words that go only across and down; medium (grades K–2) has 9 words that also go diagonally; hard (grades 3–5) has 14 words that go every direction, even backwards. Each downloads with or without an answer key.

Frequently asked questions

What ages are these Boy Jesus at the Temple word searches for?

The easy one (6 big words, across and down) is for ages 4–6, the medium one (9 words, with diagonals) for kindergarten to 2nd grade, and the hard one (14 words in every direction, even backwards) for 3rd to 5th grade.

Is there an answer key?

Yes. Every level downloads with or without its answer key, which circles each word in red.

Are these word searches free?

Yes. Print as many as you need for your church, school or home. Please don't resell them.

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