Grades 5-8 Word Search Puzzle Pack for Use with The Westing Game by Ellen Raskin

The Westing Game word search pack helps students review vocabulary from The Westing Game by Ellen Raskin, 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: The Westing Game by Ellen Raskin
• 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

Bring the mystery and wordplay of The Westing Game by Ellen Raskin to life with this no-prep word search puzzle pack! Your students will love hunting for key vocabulary while reinforcing spelling and comprehension from the very first chapter to the final reveal.

Save time and keep your class engaged — these 12 printable word searches are ready to print and go, whether you’re introducing new terms, reviewing chapters, or looking for a quick, meaningful activity that actually connects to your novel study.

What’s Included:

• 12 word search puzzles — 10 chapter-unit puzzles covering all 30 chapters (Units 1–10) plus 2 whole-book review word searches with 20 words each for comprehensive end-of-novel review
• Carefully curated vocabulary — each puzzle blends character names, mystery vocabulary, plot-action words, and thematic terms, pulling directly from the novel’s puzzle-driven narrative
• Answer keys for every puzzle — check work in seconds or let students self-assess
• Well-illustrated design with clean, thematic artwork that sets the whodunit mood without distracting from the word search
• Full-color and black & white versions included — print in vibrant color or ink-saving grayscale with zero extra prep
• 48 pages total — includes all puzzles, answer keys, and both color/black-and-white sets in one organized file

Teachers use these puzzles for literacy centers, morning warm-ups, early finisher tasks, sub plans, homework, and end-of-chapter review. They’re flexible enough for whole-group work, independent practice, or partner challenges — whatever your classroom routine needs.

While students search for words, they reinforce vocabulary acquisition, spelling, and visual scanning skills, all aligned to Common Core ELA Language standards for grades 5–8 (L.5.4, L.5.6, L.6.4, L.6.6, L.7.4, L.7.6, L.8.4, L.8.6). It’s a natural, low-stakes way to build academic and domain-specific language as the mystery unfolds.

Get this resource on Teachers Pay Teachers today and give your students a fun, puzzle-filled way to explore this classic Newbery Medal–winning whodunit!

Disclaimer:

This product is an independent supplemental resource designed for use with The Westing Game by Ellen Raskin. 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 The Westing Game?

Yes. This is an independent supplemental resource and does not include the text of The Westing Game by Ellen Raskin, 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.