Word Search & Crossword Puzzle Bundle for Use with Mighty Miss Malone by Curtis

The Mighty Miss Malone vocabulary activities combine word search and crossword puzzles for The Mighty Miss Malone by Christopher Paul Curtis in one bundle, written for Grades 5-8. It is a no-prep 96-page printable PDF with answer keys, sold on Teachers Pay Teachers.

At a glance

• Book: The Mighty Miss Malone by Christopher Paul Curtis
• Grades: 5th–8th
• Resource type: Bundle: word searches + crosswords
• Format: 96-page printable PDF
• Answer key: Included
• Teaching duration: 2 Weeks
• Standards: L.5.4, L.6.4, L.7.4, L.8.4, RL.5.1, RL.5.4, RL.6.1, RL.6.4 and more
• Price: $5.40

Give your students two complete, no-prep puzzle packs for the price of one with this vocabulary and comprehension bundle for The Mighty Miss Malone by Christopher Paul Curtis. You’ll get the full Word Search Puzzle Pack and the full Crossword Puzzle Pack — 24 puzzles in all — designed to carry your class from the first chapter through the final review with zero extra planning.

This bundle saves you time and money while giving students multiple ways to interact with the novel’s rich language. Whether they’re hunting for words tied to Deza’s journey or working through clues that demand close reading and inference, your learners stay engaged and accountable to the text.

What’s Included:

• Complete Word Search Puzzle Pack: 10 chapter-unit word searches (covering all 33 narrative chapters), 2 whole-book review word searches, answer keys, thematic artwork, and both color and black & white versions
• Complete Crossword Puzzle Pack: 10 chapter-unit crosswords with mixed clue types (literal recall, inference, vocabulary-in-context), 2 whole-book review crosswords, answer keys, illustrated design, and dual-format printing
• 24 total puzzles spanning every stage of the novel — vocabulary reinforcement plus deeper comprehension checks
• Over 90+ print-and-go pages with answer keys for every puzzle — grading takes minutes, not hours
• All materials are ready for immediate classroom use; just print and watch your students dive in

Perfect for literacy centers, early finishers, homework, sub plans, test prep, end-of-unit reviews, guided reading follow-ups, or whole-class warm-ups. Use the word searches for quick vocabulary practice and the crosswords for higher-order thinking — together they cover your novel unit from every angle.

Skills addressed: word recognition, spelling, context-clue vocabulary acquisition, close reading, citing textual evidence, and long-term retention of key characters, events, and themes. Aligned to Common Core standards RL.5.1–8.1, RL.5.4–8.4, L.5.4–8.4, and L.5.6–8.6 — ideal for Grades 5–8.

Get the bundle on Teachers Pay Teachers today and make The Mighty Miss Malone the most manageable, engaging unit of your year!

Disclaimer:

This product is an independent supplemental resource designed for use with The Mighty Miss Malone by Christopher Paul Curtis. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the author or publisher. All references to characters, settings, and events are used for educational purposes only to support reading comprehension and classroom instruction. This resource does not include the original text. Students must have their own copy of the book to complete the activities. All content in this resource is original and created by the seller.

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Frequently asked questions

What grade level is this for?

It is written for Grades 5-8 (TpT lists 5th-8th).

How long is it?

It is a 96-page printable PDF. Suggested teaching time: 2 Weeks.

Are answer keys included?

Yes. Answer keys are included.

Do students need their own copy of The Mighty Miss Malone?

Yes. This is an independent supplemental resource and does not include the text of The Mighty Miss Malone by Christopher Paul Curtis, so students need their own copy.

How do I get this resource?

It is sold on Teachers Pay Teachers ($5.40) as a PDF download. Use the Buy on TpT button on this page.