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Jesus Feeds the 5,000 Word Search (Easy, Medium and Hard)

Free printable Jesus Feeds the 5,000 word search in three levels, from 6 big words across and down to 16 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
John 6:1–14

Use this word search after you teach Jesus Feeds the 5,000 (John 6:1–14).

The story: A huge crowd followed Jesus and grew hungry. A boy shared his five loaves and two fish, Jesus gave thanks, and He fed more than 5,000 people, with twelve baskets of leftovers.

Talk about it: Big idea: Sharing, Jesus provides, Giving what we have. 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 10 words that also go diagonally; hard (grades 3–5) has 16 words that go every direction, even backwards. Each downloads with or without an answer key.

Frequently asked questions

What ages are these Jesus Feeds the 5,000 word searches for?

The easy one (6 big words, across and down) is for ages 4–6, the medium one (10 words, with diagonals) for kindergarten to 2nd grade, and the hard one (16 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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