Word Search & Crossword Bundle for Use with Indian in the Cupboard by L.R. Banks

The Indian in the Cupboard vocabulary activities combine word search and crossword puzzles for The Indian in the Cupboard by Lynne Reid Banks in one bundle, written for Grades 4-7. It is a no-prep 96-page printable PDF with answer keys, sold on Teachers Pay Teachers.

At a glance

• Book: The Indian in the Cupboard by Lynne Reid Banks
• Grades: 4th–7th
• Resource type: Bundle: word searches + crosswords
• Format: 96-page printable PDF
• Answer key: Included
• Teaching duration: 2 Weeks
• Standards: L.4.1, L.4.4, L.5.1, L.5.4, L.6.1, L.6.4, L.7.1, L.7.4 and more
• Price: $5.40

Save time and money with this complete puzzle bundle — two full packs of word searches and crosswords designed for Indian in the Cupboard by Lynne Reid Banks. You get every puzzle your students need to build vocabulary, strengthen comprehension, and engage deeply with the novel from start to finish.

Instead of buying separate word search and crossword packs, this bundle gives you 24 total puzzles (12 word searches + 12 crosswords) for one discounted price. Your students get the variety of two different activity types — vocabulary recognition and critical recall — while you get a no-prep, print-and-go resource that covers all 16 chapters and works beautifully for Grades 4–7.

Here’s what’s inside:

Word Search Puzzle Pack (12 puzzles, 48 pages)

• 10 chapter-based puzzles (covering all chapters in 10 units) + 2 whole-book review puzzles
• 15–20 Tier 2 and domain-specific words per puzzle, from ceremony to insulation
• Complete answer keys, full-color and black & white versions, and bonus vocabulary lists

Crossword Puzzle Pack (12 puzzles, 48 pages)

• 10 chapter-based crosswords + 2 whole-book review crosswords with 15–20 clues each
• Clues progress from literal recall to inference and vocabulary-in-context — perfect for differentiation
• Complete answer keys, full-color and black & white versions

Together you get:

• 96 total pages of puzzles, answer keys, and vocabulary support
• A complete vocabulary activity set that follows the entire novel
• Well-illustrated, student-friendly designs featuring Omri, Little Bear, Boone, and the magical cupboard
• Standards-aligned practice that targets textual evidence (RL.4.1, RL.5.1, RL.6.1, RL.7.1), word meaning in context (RL.4.4, RL.5.4, RL.6.4, RL.7.4), and grade-appropriate vocabulary acquisition (L.4.4, L.5.4, L.6.4, L.7.4; L.4.6, L.5.6, L.6.6, L.7.6)

Use these puzzles for literacy centers, early finishers, homework, sub plans, whole-group review, or small-group literature circles. With the bundle, you’ll always have the right level of challenge on hand — word searches for warm-ups and reinforcement, crosswords for comprehension checks and deep thinking.

Get the bundle on Teachers Pay Teachers today and get two complete puzzle packs for less than the price of buying them separately — all with zero prep, just print and go!

Disclaimer:

This product is an independent supplemental resource designed for use with Indian in the Cupboard by Lynne Reid Banks. 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.

Fonts Used:
Roboto by Christian Robertson | Open Sans by Steve Matteson | Playfair Display by Claus Eggers Sørensen | Lexend by Dr. Bonnie Shaver-Troup & Thomas Jockin | Poppins by Jonny Pinhorn | Montserrat by Julieta Ulanovsky
(All fonts are available via Google Fonts and licensed for commercial use under the SIL Open Font License.)

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Frequently asked questions

What grade level is this for?

It is written for Grades 4-7 (TpT lists 4th-7th).

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 Indian in the Cupboard?

Yes. This is an independent supplemental resource and does not include the text of The Indian in the Cupboard by Lynne Reid Banks, 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.