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Nativity Word Search for Kids (Easy, Medium and Hard)

Free printable Nativity word search in three levels, from 6 big words for ages 4–6 to 16 words in every direction for grades 3–5. 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 2:1–20
Bible story: The Birth of Jesus

Use this word search after you teach The Birth of Jesus (Luke 1–2; Matthew 1).

The story: An angel told Mary she would have a baby, God's own Son. Mary and Joseph traveled to Bethlehem, where baby Jesus was born and laid in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. An angel brought good tidings of great joy to shepherds in the field.

Talk about it: Big idea: Jesus is God's gift, Joy, God keeps His promises. 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 The Birth of Jesus 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.