Grades 6-9 Word Search Puzzle Pack for Use with War Horse by Michael Morpurgo

This War Horse word search pack helps students review vocabulary from War Horse by Michael Morpurgo, 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: War Horse by Michael Morpurgo
• 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
• Price: $3.00

Bring the powerful story of War Horse by Michael Morpurgo to life with this no-prep word search puzzle pack. Designed for Grades 6–9, these puzzles reinforce vocabulary and spelling while deepening students’ connection to Joey’s journey across the battlefields of World War I.

Save time and keep your middle and early high school readers engaged with 12 ready-to-print word searches that align perfectly with your novel study — just print the unit that matches your reading schedule, and you’re set. Each puzzle pulls key terms directly from the text, helping students build confidence in character names, settings, historical vocabulary, and the story’s emotional arc.

What’s Included:

• 12 word search puzzles — 10 chapter-unit puzzles (Chapters 1–2, 3–4, 5–6, 7–8, 9–10, 11–12, 13–14, 15–16, 17–18, 19–21) plus 2 whole-book review puzzles
• 15 carefully selected words per puzzle, blending character names (Joey, Albert, Emilie), Tier 2 academic vocabulary, plot-critical objects, thematic language, and WWI-era terminology from the novel
• Complete answer keys for all 12 puzzles — grading is quick and effortless
• Well-illustrated with clean, historically-inspired artwork that suits older students without being juvenile
• Both full-color and ink-saving black & white versions — choose what works for your classroom printer
• 48 pages total of student-friendly, print-and-go activities

Ways to Use This Resource:

These word searches are ideal for literacy centers, vocabulary warm-ups, early-finisher work, homework, sub plans, end-of-chapter review, or independent practice. They’re flexible enough to support any pacing guide — whether you’re reading the novel as a whole class, in small groups, or assigning it for summer reading.

Skills & Standards:

Each puzzle targets vocabulary recognition, spelling accuracy, and visual scanning while reinforcing comprehension of the novel. Aligned with Common Core Language standards L.6.4, L.6.6, L.7.4, L.7.6, L.8.4, L.8.6, and L.9-10.4, L.9-10.6 — supporting grade-appropriate academic and domain-specific vocabulary acquisition across the 6th–9th grade band.

Get this resource on Teachers Pay Teachers today and give your students a meaningful, low-prep way to review key vocabulary from every chapter!

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 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 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 ($3.00) as a PDF download. Use the Buy on TpT button on this page.