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Jesus Dies on the Cross Word Search (Easy, Medium and Hard)

Free printable Jesus Dies on the Cross 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 26–27; Luke 23
Bible story: Jesus Dies on the Cross

Use this word search after you teach Jesus Dies on the Cross (Matthew 26–27; Luke 23).

The story: Jesus was arrested, even though He had done nothing amiss, and was crucified on a cross; His blood was "shed for many for the remission of sins." On the cross He prayed for the people who hurt Him: "Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do." The Bible says, "While we were yet sinners, Christ died for us."

Talk about it: Big idea: God's love, Jesus saves, Forgiveness. 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.

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What ages are these Jesus Dies on the Cross 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.