Grades 3-6 Word Search Puzzle Pack for Use with Crenshaw by Katherine Applegate

This Crenshaw word search pack helps students review vocabulary from Crenshaw by Katherine Applegate, written for Grades 3-6. It is a no-prep 48-page printable PDF with answer keys, sold on Teachers Pay Teachers.

At a glance

• Book: Crenshaw by Katherine Applegate
• Grades: 3rd–6th
• Resource type: Word search
• Format: 48-page printable PDF
• Answer key: Included
• Teaching duration: 1 Week
• Standards: L.3.4, L.3.6, L.4.4, L.4.6, L.5.4, L.5.6, L.6.4, L.6.6
• Price: $3.00

Bring vocabulary to life with this no-prep word search puzzle pack designed for use with Crenshaw by Katherine Applegate. Your students will love reinforcing key terms from every chapter — no complicated prep required.

Save time and keep your Grades 3–6 readers engaged with these print-and-go puzzles that work beautifully for any classroom routine. Whether you need a calm literacy center activity, a meaningful early-finisher task, or a quick homework assignment, this pack has you covered.

What’s Included:

• 12 word search puzzles total — 10 chapter-unit puzzles (Chapters 1–5, 6–10, etc.) plus 2 whole-book review puzzles
• Each puzzle features 15–20 carefully selected words pulled directly from the text
• Rich mix of Tier 2 academic vocabulary (resolve, invisible, gradual, optimist) and Tier 3 context-specific terms (eviction, sclerosis, busking)
• Answer keys included for every puzzle — grading is effortless
• Well-illustrated design with thematic artwork inspired by the story
• Available in full-color and black & white (ink-saving) versions
• 48 pages of ready-to-use content

These puzzles are perfect for literacy centers, warm-ups, early finishers, sub plans, homework packets, or end-of-chapter review. Students can work independently or in pairs — the format is flexible enough for whole-group, small-group, or independent practice.

Aligned to Common Core Language standards L.3.4, L.3.6, L.4.4, L.4.6, L.5.4, L.5.6, L.6.4, and L.6.6, this resource builds vocabulary acquisition and word recognition skills across the entire 3rd–6th grade band.

Get this resource on Teachers Pay Teachers today and have your class ready to go in minutes!

Disclaimer:

This product is an independent supplemental resource designed for use with Crenshaw by Katherine Applegate. 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 3-6 (TpT lists 3rd-6th).

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 Crenshaw?

Yes. This is an independent supplemental resource and does not include the text of Crenshaw by Katherine Applegate, 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.