Word Search & Crossword Puzzle Bundle for Use with The Boy in the Striped Pyjama

The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas vocabulary activities combine word search and crossword puzzles for The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas by John Boyne in one bundle, written for Grades 6-8. It is a no-prep 96-page printable PDF with answer keys, sold on Teachers Pay Teachers.

At a glance

• Book: The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas by John Boyne
• Grades: 6th–8th
• 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, RL.6.1, RL.6.4, RL.7.1, RL.7.4, RL.8.1 and more
• Price: $5.40

Get two complete vocabulary and comprehension puzzle packs in one no-prep bundle designed for The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas by John Boyne — and save money compared to buying each separately. You’ll have engaging, print-and-go activities for every single chapter.

This bundle pairs word searches that reinforce key terms and character names with crosswords that deepen thinking through inference, context clues, and thematic analysis. Together, they give you a flexible, full-novel set that works for any classroom routine.

What’s Included:

• 24 total puzzles — 12 word searches and 12 crosswords — covering all 20 chapters in 10 chapter-pair groupings, plus end-of-unit review activities for each puzzle type.
• Word Search Pack: 10 chapter puzzles (15 words each) and 2 whole-book review puzzles (20 words each). Vocabulary drawn directly from the text — character names, plot terms, and Tier 2 & Tier 3 academic words.
• Crossword Pack: 10 chapter puzzles (15 clues each) and 2 whole-book review crosswords (20 clues each). Clues move from literal recall through inference to thematic synthesis, with built-in differentiation across Grades 6–8.
• Full answer keys for every puzzle, so self-checking and grading take zero extra time.
• Well-illustrated, student-friendly layouts with chapter labels — students always know which section each puzzle belongs to.
• Color and black-and-white versions included for both packs — print the ink-saving option whenever you need it.
• Combined total of approximately 96 pages of ready-to-use material.

Use these puzzles as chapter warm-ups, literacy centers, early-finisher challenges, homework, no-prep sub plans, or end-of-novel review stations. They’re just as effective for whole-class work, small-group practice, or independent accountability — no extra planning required.

While solving, students practice citing textual evidence (RL.6.1/7.1/8.1), determining word meaning in context (RL.6.4/7.4/8.4), and acquiring grade-appropriate academic vocabulary (L.6.4/7.4/8.4 & L.6.6/7.6/8.6) — all with zero prep on your end.

Get this bundle on Teachers Pay Teachers today and get your entire novel study vocabulary plan sorted in minutes.

Disclaimer:

This product is an independent supplemental resource designed for use with The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas by John Boyne. 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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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
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Frequently asked questions

What grade level is this for?

It is written for Grades 6-8 (TpT lists 6th-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 Boy in the Striped Pyjamas?

Yes. This is an independent supplemental resource and does not include the text of The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas by John Boyne, 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.