Word Search Puzzle Pack for Use with The Witches by Roald Dahl | Grades 3-6 ELA

The Witches word search pack helps students review vocabulary from The Witches by Roald Dahl, written for Grades 3-6. It is a no-prep 48-page printable PDF with answer keys, sold on Teachers Pay Teachers.

At a glance

• Book: The Witches by Roald Dahl
• Grades: 3rd–6th
• Resource type: Word search
• Format: 48-page printable PDF
• Answer key: Included
• Teaching duration: 1 Week
• Standards: L.3.4, L.3.6, L.4.4, L.4.6, L.5.4, L.5.6, L.6.4, L.6.6
• Price: $3.00

Bring vocabulary to life with this no-prep word search puzzle pack for use with The Witches by Roald Dahl. Designed for Grades 3–6, it gives students repeated, meaningful exposure to key story vocabulary from all 22 chapters of this classic novel.

Teaching The Witches and need a quick, chapter-by-chapter vocabulary activity that actually sticks? This pack takes all the pressure off. With words drawn straight from the characters, settings, and events students just read, your learners will feel successful as they spot familiar terms like Grandmamma, Bruno Jenkins, and the Grand High Witch — no random vocabulary, no wasted copies.

What’s Included:

• 10 chapter-by-chapter word search puzzles covering Chapters 1–22, grouped into 10 manageable teaching units.
• 15 carefully chosen vocabulary words per puzzle — 150 total across the novel — all calibrated to Grades 3–6 reading levels.
• 2 whole-book review word searches with 20 words each — perfect for end-of-book review or early-finisher stations.
• 190 total words of story-specific vocabulary drawn from characters, settings, and events.
• Complete answer keys for every puzzle, so grading or self-checking is a breeze.
• Well-illustrated design with thematic artwork that matches the mood of the novel.
• Both full-color and black & white versions included — print the color for centers, and the ink-saving B&W for whole-group work.
• 48 total printable pages ready to drop into your existing novel study.

Use these word searches in literacy centers, as early-finisher work, for morning work, or as no-prep homework packets. They also make excellent sub plans because answer keys are included and students can work independently. By the end of the novel, the review puzzles give your class a low-stakes way to revisit and celebrate all the vocabulary they’ve learned.

These puzzles reinforce vocabulary retention, spelling, and visual scanning while supporting context-based word learning. The pack aligns to Common Core Language standards L.3.4, L.4.4, L.5.4, L.6.4 and L.3.6, L.4.6, L.5.6, L.6.6.

Get this resource on Teachers Pay Teachers today and have a no-prep vocabulary activity ready for every stage of your The Witches novel study!

Disclaimer:

This product is an independent supplemental resource designed for use with The Witches 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 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 Witches?

Yes. This is an independent supplemental resource and does not include the text of The Witches by Roald Dahl, 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.