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Palm Sunday Word Search for Kids (Easy, Medium and Hard)

Free printable Palm Sunday 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: Matthew 21:1–16; John 12:12–19
Bible story: The Triumphal Entry (Palm Sunday)

Use this word search after you teach The Triumphal Entry (Palm Sunday) (Matthew 21:1–11; John 12:12–19).

The story: Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a young ass (a donkey). A very great multitude spread their garments in the way, others strawed branches, and people took branches of palm trees and went forth to meet Him, crying, "Hosanna to the Son of David!"

Talk about it: Big idea: Praise, Jesus is King. 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 Palm Sunday 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.