Day of the Dead Word Scramble (free printable)
Celebrate Dia de los Muertos with our fun and educational Day of the Dead word scramble!
This printable activity is perfect for engaging kids while teaching them about the rich traditions of this cultural celebration.
With both easier and harder versions available, it’s ideal for upper elementary and middle school students.
Whether you’re in the classroom or homeschooling, these free word scramble printables offer a festive way to learn and have fun.
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Dia de los muertos word scramble
I’m excited to share this free printable Day of the Dead word game with you!
It’s a great way to add an educational twist to your Dia de los Muertos celebrations, whether you’re using it in the classroom or at home with the kids. Scroll down to grab the PDF and start playing.
We’ve made sure this word scramble suits both elementary and middle school-aged kids.
You can choose from two versions: the easier version includes the answers listed around the sides to support younger children, while the harder version has no clues at all, perfect for older kids looking for a challenge.
Each puzzle features 12 Day of the Dead-themed words, making it a fun way to introduce your kids to important traditions and symbols of the holiday. Print as many copies as you need, and let me know in the comments which word your family found the trickiest!
If your kids enjoy word games, they’ll also love the Day of the Dead mad libs book, another entertaining way to celebrate the holiday.
Day of the Dead word scramble answers
Here are the 12 words you’ll need to unscramble in the puzzle:
- Skull
- November
- Ancestors
- Marigold
- Candles
- Relatives
- Dancing
- Offering
- Celebrate
- Skeleton
- Mexico
- Spirits
Don’t worry if you get stuck, I’ve included an answer sheet in the download to help out!
Other Mexican themed activities
Looking for more ways to explore Mexican culture with your kids? These fun and educational activities will keep them engaged:
- Let kids create colorful designs with our printable Day of the Dead bookmarks, perfect for adding a personal touch to their reading.
- Have fun searching for themed words in our Day of the Dead word search, an engaging way to reinforce vocabulary related to the holiday.
- Discover engaging stories about Mexican traditions in our list of the Best Cinco de Mayo books, which are great for learning and discussion.
- Kids will enjoy solving the Cinco de Mayo word search, packed with festive words that celebrate this important day.
- Encourage creativity with Cinco de Mayo coloring pages, offering vibrant Mexican symbols for kids to color.
- Learn about holiday traditions through our Christmas in Mexico worksheets, perfect for understanding the unique customs of the season.
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Last Updated on 13 October 2024 by Clare Brown