Word Search Puzzle Pack for Use with Stella by Starlight by Sharon M. Draper

This Stella by Starlight word search pack helps students review vocabulary from Stella by Starlight by Sharon M. Draper, written for Grades 4-7. It is a no-prep 48-page printable PDF with answer keys, sold on Teachers Pay Teachers.

At a glance

• Book: Stella by Starlight by Sharon M. Draper
• Grades: 4th–7th
• Resource type: Word search
• Format: 48-page printable PDF
• Answer key: Included
• Teaching duration: 1 Week
• Standards: L.4.4, L.4.6, L.5.4, L.5.6, L.6.4, L.6.6, L.7.4, L.7.6
• Price: $3.50

Bring the powerful world of Stella by Starlight into your classroom with this no-prep word search puzzle pack designed for use with Sharon M. Draper’s unforgettable historical novel. Your students will strengthen vocabulary recognition and historical literacy as they explore 1930s North Carolina through purposeful, print-and-go puzzles that feel more like a learning journey than a worksheet.

Save time and keep students deeply engaged without extra planning. These thoughtfully crafted word searches are classroom-ready and built to reinforce the novel’s complex themes — from courage and justice to the power of finding your voice.

What’s Included:

• 12 word search puzzles — 10 section-specific puzzles (covering all 50 chapters in groups of 5) plus 2 cumulative whole-book review puzzles
• 15 carefully selected vocabulary words per puzzle, featuring rich Tier 2 and Tier 3 terms like constitution, sharecropping, antivenom, kerosene, declaration, registrar — pulled directly from the novel’s historical and thematic content
• Complete answer keys for every puzzle — quick to grade or perfect for student self-checking
• Well-illustrated design with thematic artwork that reflects the 1930s setting, making each page inviting for grades 4–7
• Both full-color and black-and-white versions included — print in the format that works best for your classroom and budget
• 48-page PDF — truly no prep; just print and go

Ways to Use:
These puzzles are a perfect fit for literacy centers, warm-ups, early finisher activities, homework, sub plans, or an end-of-novel review. Use them for independent practice, partner work, or whole-group vocabulary discussions — the flexible format works however you teach.

As students search for each word, they strengthen visual scanning, spelling, and vocabulary recognition skills while staying connected to the novel’s powerful storyline.

Designed to support Common Core ELA standards for grades 4–7, this resource reinforces vocabulary development and encourages deeper engagement with the text.

Get this resource on Teachers Pay Teachers today and give your students a meaningful, ready-to-use vocabulary activity they’ll look forward to — all while deepening their understanding of a story that matters.

Disclaimer:

This product is an independent supplemental resource designed for use with Sharon M. Draper’s Stella by Starlight. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the author or publisher. Students must have their own copy of the book to complete the activities. All content is original.

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 4-7 (TpT lists 4th-7th).

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 Stella by Starlight?

Yes. This is an independent supplemental resource and does not include the text of Stella by Starlight by Sharon M. Draper, so students need their own copy.

How do I get this resource?

It is sold on Teachers Pay Teachers ($3.50) as a PDF download. Use the Buy on TpT button on this page.