Word Search Puzzle Pack for Use with A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park

A Long Walk to Water word search pack helps students review vocabulary from A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park, written for Grades 5-8. It is a no-prep 48-page printable PDF with answer keys, sold on Teachers Pay Teachers.

At a glance

• Book: A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park
• Grades: 5th–8th
• Resource type: Word search
• Format: 48-page printable PDF
• Answer key: Included
• Teaching duration: 1 Week
• Standards: L.5.4, L.5.6, L.6.4, L.6.6, L.7.4, L.7.6, L.8.4, L.8.6
• Price: $3.00

Help your students master key vocabulary from A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park with this no-prep, chapter-by-chapter word search pack. Students will love reinforcing their knowledge of 170 carefully selected Tier 2 and Tier 3 words while reviewing Salva and Nya’s unforgettable journey.

Save hours of planning and keep your 5th–8th graders engaged with vocabulary practice that’s ready to print and go. Whether you’re introducing new terms or reviewing before a final assessment, these puzzles make word study feel like a challenge rather than a chore.

What’s Included:

• 12 total puzzles: 10 chapter-unit word searches covering all 18 chapters (grouped as Ch. 1–2, 3–4, 5–6, 7–8, 9–10, 11–12, 13–14, 15–16, 17, 18) plus 2 comprehensive whole-book review puzzles
• 170 vocabulary words pulled directly from the novel—academic Tier 2 words and domain-specific Tier 3 terms such as Dinka, Nuer, sorghum, borehole, refugee, and reunite
• Answer keys for every puzzle for quick, stress-free grading
• Well-illustrated design with thematic artwork that brings Salva and Nya’s world to life
• Full-color and black-and-white versions included—save ink or print bright
• 48 print-and-go pages

These word searches are perfect for literacy centers, early finisher activities, morning work, homework, sub plans, and end-of-chapter review. They work beautifully for independent practice, partner work, or a quick whole-class vocabulary warm-up.

Each puzzle reinforces spelling, visual scanning, and word recognition while building the contextual vocabulary students need to understand A Long Walk to Water. Aligned to Common Core ELA Language standards L.5.4, L.5.6, L.6.4, L.6.6, L.7.4, L.7.6, L.8.4, and L.8.6.

Get this resource on Teachers Pay Teachers today and have a complete, no-prep vocabulary activity set ready for every chapter!

Disclaimer:

This product is an independent supplemental resource designed for use with A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park. 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 5-8 (TpT lists 5th-8th).

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 A Long Walk to Water?

Yes. This is an independent supplemental resource and does not include the text of A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park, 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.