Word Search & Crossword Puzzle Bundle for Use with War Horse by Michael Morpurgo

These War Horse vocabulary activities combine word search and crossword puzzles for War Horse by Michael Morpurgo in one bundle, written for Grades 6-9. It is a no-prep 96-page printable PDF with answer keys, sold on Teachers Pay Teachers.

At a glance

• Book: War Horse by Michael Morpurgo
• Grades: 6th–9th
• Resource type: Bundle: word searches + crosswords
• Format: 96-page printable PDF
• Answer key: Included
• Teaching duration: 2 Weeks
• Standards: L.6.4, L.7.4, L.8.4, L.9-10.4, RL.6.1, RL.6.4, RL.7.1, RL.7.4 and more
• Price: $5.40

Get the complete novel-study vocabulary solution with this money-saving bundle that pairs two full puzzle packs for use with War Horse by Michael Morpurgo. You’ll receive both the Word Search Puzzle Pack and the Crossword Puzzle Pack — 24 no-prep activities that reinforce comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking across every chapter.

Save time and money with one resource that covers your entire War Horse unit. Instead of buying two separate products, grab this bundle at a 10% discount and walk away with ready-to-print puzzles that match your reading schedule from the first chapter through the final review.

What’s Included — Two Complete Packs:

Word Search Puzzle Pack (12 puzzles)

• 10 chapter-unit word searches (Chapters 1–2 through 19–21)
• 2 whole-book review word searches
• 15 words per puzzle drawn from character names, settings, Tier 2 academic vocabulary, and WWI-era terminology
• Complete answer keys

Crossword Puzzle Pack (12 puzzles)

• 10 chapter-unit crosswords covering the same groupings
• 2 cumulative whole-book review crosswords
• 15–20 clues per puzzle, blending definition-based, plot-event, character-motivation, setting, and vocabulary-in-context clues
• Scaffolded difficulty — a mix of accessible, moderate, and challenging clues for Grades 6–9
• Complete answer keys

Both packs feature:

Well-illustrated designs with clean, historically inspired artwork appropriate for middle and high school students

Full-color and ink-saving black & white versions for every puzzle

96 total pages of print-and-go activities — zero prep required

Ways to Use This Bundle:

Ideal for literacy centers, homework, sub plans, formative assessments, chapter review stations, early-finisher work, cooperative learning, and end-of-unit test prep. Use word searches for vocabulary reinforcement and crosswords for deeper comprehension checks — or mix and match to support a range of learners in one classroom.

Skills & Standards:

Together, these puzzles target vocabulary acquisition, spelling, close reading, recall of textual evidence, and word meaning in context. Aligned with Common Core Reading: Literature standards RL.6.1, RL.7.1, RL.8.1, RL.9-10.1 and RL.6.4, RL.7.4, RL.8.4, RL.9-10.4, plus Language standards L.6.4, L.7.4, L.8.4, L.9-10.4 and L.6.6, L.7.6, L.8.6, L.9-10.6.

Get the bundle on Teachers Pay Teachers today and give your students a complete, engaging way to review every chapter of War Horse — all at a better price!

Disclaimer:

This product is an independent supplemental resource designed for use with War Horse by Michael Morpurgo. 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 6-9 (TpT lists 6th-9th).

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 War Horse?

Yes. This is an independent supplemental resource and does not include the text of War Horse by Michael Morpurgo, 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.