Our children’s coordinator introduced me to these wonderful online tools that allow you to create your very own word search. Each puzzle can be custom designed for your child. You can have them find their name, their friends’ names, books they love, silly nick names you have given them, etc. You could create one especially for a birthday party. You can also add words that describe their positive qualities such as artist, kind, smart, loving, thoughtful, strong, etc.
Here is a link to create a puzzle for early elementary kids: A to Z Teacher Stuff
Here is a link for a little more difficult puzzle: word search maker
Children love these puzzles because they are all about them! Try one today or save one for when the weather is bad and everyone is spending the day inside.