Word Search Puzzle Pack for Use with The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas, John Boyne

The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas word search pack helps students review vocabulary from The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas by John Boyne, written for Grades 6-8. It is a no-prep 48-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: Word search
• Format: 48-page printable PDF
• Answer key: Included
• Teaching duration: 1 Week
• Standards: L.6.4, L.7.4, L.8.4
• Price: $3.00

Bring vocabulary to life with this no-prep word search puzzle pack designed for The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas by John Boyne. Your students will love reinforcing key terms from every chapter, and you’ll love how easily it fits into your novel study.

Save hours of planning with ready-to-print puzzles that keep students engaged — whether you’re introducing a chapter, reviewing for a test, or leaving sub plans that actually work. Each puzzle is carefully aligned to the novel’s content, so students can’t simply rely on prior knowledge; they have to engage with the text.

What’s Included:

• 10 chapter-based word search puzzles, each covering a 2-chapter grouping that mirrors a natural reading pace (Chapters 1‑2, 3‑4 … all the way through Chapters 19‑20). Every puzzle features 15 vocabulary words drawn directly from the novel — a mix of character names, Tier 2 and Tier 3 vocabulary, plot-action terms, and thematic language specific to those chapters.
• 2 whole-book review puzzles (20 words each) that pull key terms from across all 20 chapters — ideal for cumulative review before a final test, essay, or discussion.
• Full answer keys for all 12 puzzles, making self-checking and grading effortless.
• Well-illustrated, student-friendly layout with chapter labels so kids can instantly connect each puzzle to the section they just read.
• Available in both full-color and black-and-white (ink-saving) versions — print exactly what you need.
• Approximately 48 pages total.

These puzzles work beautifully as chapter warm-ups, literacy center rotations, early finisher enrichment, homework, or no-prep substitute lesson plans. Use them with your whole class, for independent reading accountability, or in small-group intervention — they’re flexible enough to match whatever rhythm your novel study requires.

While solving, students practice vocabulary reinforcement, spelling, and visual scanning, all aligned to CCSS Language standards L.6.4 / L.7.4 / L.8.4 (determine or clarify the meaning of unknown words) and L.6.6 / L.7.6 / L.8.6 (acquire and use grade-appropriate academic vocabulary).

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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.

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 6-8 (TpT lists 6th-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 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 ($3.00) as a PDF download. Use the Buy on TpT button on this page.