Grade 2 Intro – Spooktacular Word Hunt!
This 12 × 12 printable puzzle hides fifteen Halloween words—from PUMPKIN to TRICK. Learners boost seasonal vocabulary and scanning stamina in one frightfully fun activity.
- 🎃 Perfect for October literacy centers or class parties
- 🖨️ Instant PDF answer key
- ⏱️ 5-minute bell-ringer or homework treat
Contents
Word List
- PUMPKIN
- GHOST
- WITCH
- SPIDER
- CANDY
- MUMMY
- BAT
- MOON
- MASK
- BROOM
- SCARE
- SKULL
- CAT
- TRICK
- TREAT
How to Play – 3 Easy Steps
- Print or display the grid.
- Students find all 15 Halloween words—left-to-right or top-to-bottom.
- Click Show Answers or check page 2 of the PDF to review together.
Grade 2 – How to Use in Class
- Sort each word into costume, creature, or object.
- Allow six minutes for pairs to solve; fast finishers draw their favourite costume.
- Reveal answers and share one safe-trick-or-treating tip.
Puzzle Grid
Teaching Tip: After solving, have students write a short spooky sentence using three of the words.