Word Search Puzzle Pack for Use with Number the Stars by Lois Lowry | Grades 4-7

This Number the Stars word search pack builds vocabulary chapter by chapter for Number the Stars by Lois Lowry in Grades 4–7. It has 12 puzzles, with 10 chapter units covering all 17 chapters and 2 whole-book reviews, and each puzzle has 15 Tier 2 and Tier 3 words from the novel. Answer keys are included in the 48-page printable PDF.

At a glance

• Book: Number the Stars by Lois Lowry
• Grades: 4th–7th
• Puzzles: 12 word searches (10 chapter units + 2 whole-book reviews), 15 words each
• Format: 48-page printable PDF, color + black & white
• Answer key: Included
• Teaching duration: 1 Week

Save yourself hours of prep time — each puzzle is print-and-go, so you can spend less time planning and more time diving into the courage, friendship, and historical drama of Annemarie’s story. Whether you’re teaching the whole novel or reviewing chapter by chapter, this pack makes vocabulary practice both meaningful and fun.

What’s Included

• 12 word search puzzles total — 10 chapter-based puzzles covering all 17 chapters (grouped into 10 instructional units), plus 2 whole-book review puzzles
• 15 carefully selected Tier 2 and Tier 3 words per puzzle, pulled directly from the novel’s rich historical and academic vocabulary
• Complete answer keys for every puzzle — easy for you to check or for students to self-assess
• Well-illustrated design featuring thematic artwork inspired by the novel’s World War II setting (Annemarie, Ellen, and Peter moments woven into clean, classroom-friendly layouts)
• Both full-color and black & white versions — ink-saving options included
• 48 pages in an uncluttered, easy-to-print format — no cutting, folding, or assembly required

These word searches fit seamlessly into literacy centers, morning work, early finisher tasks, homework, sub plans, or end-of-chapter review. Use them for whole-group warm-ups, independent practice, or as a quiet activity while you work with small groups — they’re flexible enough to match your pacing and classroom routines.

While students hunt for words like synagogue, resistance, relocation, and Kattegat, they sharpen spelling, visual scanning, and word recognition skills. Aligned with Common Core Language standards L.4.4, L.4.6, L.5.4, L.5.6, L.6.4, L.6.6, and L.7.4, L.7.6, the puzzles support grade-appropriate vocabulary acquisition and use of domain-specific terms — all within the context of a story your class already cares about.

Get this resource on Teachers Pay Teachers today and watch your students build vocabulary confidence, one chapter at a time.

More Number the Stars resources

• All Number the Stars activities & puzzles
• Number the Stars crossword puzzles
• Number the Stars word search & crossword bundle

Frequently asked questions

What grade level is this word search pack for?

It is written for Grades 4–7 (TpT lists it as 4th-7th). Teachers commonly use it during a read-aloud or novel study of Number the Stars.

How many puzzles are included?

12 word searches (10 chapter units + 2 whole-book reviews), 15 words each, in a 48-page printable PDF with full-color and black & white versions.

Are answer keys included?

Yes. Every puzzle has a complete answer key, so you can grade quickly or let students self-check.

Do students need their own copy of Number the Stars?

Yes. This is an independent supplemental resource and does not include the original text of Number the Stars by Lois Lowry. Students need the book to complete the activities.

How do I get this resource?

It is sold on Teachers Pay Teachers ($3.00) as an instant-download PDF. Use the Buy on TpT button on this page to go to the listing.

Disclaimer:

This product is an independent supplemental resource designed for use with Number the Stars by Lois Lowry. 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.)