Word Search Puzzle Pack for Use with Catherine, Called Birdy by Karen Cushman

This Catherine, Called Birdy word search pack helps students review vocabulary from Catherine, Called Birdy by Karen Cushman, written for Grades 6-9. It is a no-prep 48-page printable PDF with answer keys, sold on Teachers Pay Teachers.

At a glance

• Book: Catherine, Called Birdy by Karen Cushman
• Grades: 6th–9th
• Resource type: Word search
• Format: 48-page printable PDF
• Answer key: Included
• Teaching duration: 1 Week
• Standards: L.6.4, L.6.6, L.7.4, L.7.6, L.8.4, L.8.6, L.9-10.4, L.9-10.6 and more
• Price: $3.00

Make vocabulary practice easy and meaningful with this no-prep word search puzzle pack for Catherine, Called Birdy by Karen Cushman. With 12 puzzles covering every chapter and the whole novel, your students will build medieval vocabulary while staying engaged.

If you’re teaching Catherine, Called Birdy as part of a novel study or medieval history unit, this pack is a simple way to reinforce the rich language students encounter in Birdy’s diary. It’s print-and-go and flexible enough for grades 6–9, whether you need a quick warm-up, a literacy center activity, or a no-stress sub plan.

What’s Included:

• 12 total word search puzzles — 10 chapter-by-chapter units covering all 13 monthly diary entries, plus 2 whole-book review puzzles
• Word lists built from Tier 2 academic vocabulary and Tier 3 medieval terms, including BETROTHAL, VELLUM, KIRTLE, MAYPOLE, and POPINJAY
• Complete answer keys for every puzzle, so you can grade quickly or let students self-check
• Well-illustrated, print-and-go pages with generous spacing, easy-to-read fonts, and copy-friendly margins
• Available in both full-color and black-and-white versions (ink-saving!)
• 48 pages total with medieval-themed word lists that keep reluctant readers focused and having fun

Use these word searches for warm-ups, literacy centers, early finisher work, homework, sub plans, or end-of-chapter review. They’re especially helpful for building confidence with challenging vocabulary before a quiz, or for keeping students meaningfully engaged while you work with small groups.

Each puzzle strengthens vocabulary retention, spelling, and visual scanning as students interact with key terms and character names from the novel. The pack is aligned to Common Core ELA Language standards — L.6.4, L.7.4, L.8.4, L.9.4 (determining or clarifying word meanings) and L.6.6, L.7.6, L.8.6, L.9.6 (acquiring and using grade-level academic and domain vocabulary).

Get this resource on Teachers Pay Teachers today and have a full set of vocabulary practice ready to go in minutes!

Disclaimer:

This product is an independent supplemental resource designed for use with Catherine, Called Birdy by Karen Cushman. 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 48-page printable PDF. Suggested teaching time: 1 Week.

Are answer keys included?

Yes. Answer keys are included.

Do students need their own copy of Catherine, Called Birdy?

Yes. This is an independent supplemental resource and does not include the text of Catherine, Called Birdy by Karen Cushman, so students need their own copy.

How do I get this resource?

It is sold on Teachers Pay Teachers ($3.00) as a PDF download. Use the Buy on TpT button on this page.