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Jacob and Esau Word Search for Kids (Easy, Medium and Hard)

Free printable Jacob and Esau word search in three levels, from 6 big words across and down to 15 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
Genesis 25; 27; 32–33
Bible story
Jacob and Esau

Use this word search after you teach Jacob and Esau (Genesis 25; 27; 32–33).

The story: Twin brothers Jacob and Esau did not get along, and Jacob tricked his father to get his brother's blessing. Years later Jacob's name was changed to Israel, and when the brothers met again, Esau ran to meet him and embraced him, and they wept.

Talk about it: Big idea: Honesty, Forgiveness, Family. 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 15 words that go every direction, even backwards. Each downloads with or without an answer key.

Frequently asked questions

What ages are these Jacob and Esau 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 (15 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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