No Prep Word Search & Crossword Puzzle Bundle for Use with Matilda by Roald Dahl

These Matilda vocabulary activities combine word search and crossword puzzles for Matilda by Roald Dahl in one bundle, written for Grades 3-6. It is a no-prep 96-page printable PDF with answer keys, sold on Teachers Pay Teachers.

At a glance

• Book: Matilda by Roald Dahl
• Grades: 3rd–6th
• Resource type: Bundle: word searches + crosswords
• Format: 96-page printable PDF
• Answer key: Included
• Teaching duration: 2 Weeks
• Standards: L.3.3, L.3.6, L.4.1, L.4.4, L.5.1, L.5.4, L.6.1, L.6.4 and more
• Price: $5.40

Get the complete no-prep vocabulary puzzle set for Matilda by Roald Dahl — word searches and crosswords for every chapter in one money-saving bundle. Perfect for Grades 3–6.

If you’re teaching Matilda this year, you know vocabulary practice can take forever to prep. This bundle gives you two full puzzle packs that work together or stand alone, so you can print, paste, or project a vocabulary activity any day of the unit — no late-night prep needed.

What’s included:

• Word Search Puzzle Pack: 10 chapter-by-chapter word searches (15 words each) plus 2 whole-book review searches (20 words each)
• Crossword Puzzle Pack: 10 chapter-by-chapter clue lists (15 clues each) plus 2 whole-book review crosswords (20 clues each)
• 24 total puzzles — 12 word searches + 12 crosswords — covering all 21 chapters
• 96 pages total with answer keys included for every puzzle
• Crossword clue lists include built-in ALL-CAPS answers for one-step grading
• Well-illustrated design with thematic artwork
• Full-color and black-and-white versions to save ink

These puzzles are perfect for literacy centers, early finishers, morning work, homework, sub plans, small-group review, and end-of-unit vocabulary quizzes. Use word searches for word recognition and spelling, then layer in crosswords when students are ready to recall definitions and use context clues.

Students build spelling, vocabulary retention, textual evidence skills, and critical thinking with grade-appropriate academic terms. Aligned to CCSS RL.3.1/4.1/5.1/6.1, RL.3.4/4.4/5.4/6.4, L.3.4/4.4/5.4/6.4, and L.3.6/4.6/5.6/6.6.

Get this resource on Teachers Pay Teachers today and get your entire Matilda vocabulary unit ready in minutes — for less than buying both packs separately!

Disclaimer:

This product is an independent supplemental resource designed for use with Matilda by Roald Dahl. 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 96-page printable PDF. Suggested teaching time: 2 Weeks.

Are answer keys included?

Yes. Answer keys are included.

Do students need their own copy of Matilda?

Yes. This is an independent supplemental resource and does not include the text of Matilda by Roald Dahl, so students need their own copy.

How do I get this resource?

It is sold on Teachers Pay Teachers ($5.40) as a PDF download. Use the Buy on TpT button on this page.