Christmas Word Search – Cute & Free Printables
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Word searches (and other printable puzzles) are a fun and educational activity and a great way to entertain your students or keep kids busy while preparing for the holiday season.

This Christmas theme word search has only Christmas-related words.
You’ll find the puzzle on one sheet and the answer key on the other. Both have the word list at the bottom of the sheet.
So print out as many copies of the word search games as you need for personal use (or classroom use), and let the Christmas fun begin!
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Free Christmas word search puzzles
There are three different Christmas word searches: Santa-shaped, stocking, and square-shaped.
Below are the links to download the puzzle; there are other links to download the answer sheet.
Please note: These are randomly generated puzzles. I’ve checked these, but be sure to double-check before using.

Free printable Christmas word search puzzle – Santa

Christmas word search PDF – stocking

Free word search puzzle – square

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How to play word search
- Print out the templates
- Find the words – they can be vertical, horizontal, or diagonal.
- When you find a word, circle the words listed.
Words included in the Christmas word search puzzles
Here’s the list of all the words to look for in the word puzzles. The hidden words are also listed on the printables.
- Candle
- December
- Elf
- Gingerbread
- Mistletoe
- Nutcracker
- Presents
- Reindeer
- Rudolph
- Santa Claus
- Sleigh
- Snowflake
- Snowman
- Stocking
- Wreath
- Christmas Tree
Are there any benefits to working on word search puzzles?
Yes! Working on puzzles like Christmas word search games provides mental stimulation. It can also help to boost your vocabulary and spelling skills. Word search puzzles are also an excellent way for kids (and adults alike) to learn about words related to the holiday.
Other Christmas printables & puzzles
Looking for more free printable templates to use as fun Christmas activities? These cute & free printable puzzle templates provide even more fun ways to celebrate this special day. They are perfect for children and any puzzle lovers. They’re also great for a classroom holiday party!
- Christmas I Spy puzzle sheet: Christmas I Spy printable – Cute & Free
- Christmas mazes: Christmas Maze Printable – Cute & Free Templates
- Christmas crossword puzzle printable: Christmas Crossword Puzzle – Cute & Free Printable
- Christmas word scramble: Christmas Word Scramble – Cute & Free Printable
- Sudoku – Christmas Sudoku: Christmas Sudoku Puzzles – Cute & Free Printables
- How many words can you make from Christmas -worksheet: How Many Words Can You Make From Christmas – Worksheet
More printable word search puzzles
Here are all the posts with word search templates for the different holidays:
I hope you and your children/students enjoy these free printables!
Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays!
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