Summer Word Scramble (Free Printable)

The summer word scramble is a fun and educational puzzle designed to keep kids engaged during the summer months.

This activity sheet not only entertains but also helps develop critical thinking and language skills.

These word scramble worksheets provide an entertaining and educational way to keep children busy during the summer. It’s perfect for parents and educators who want to combine fun with learning.

By unscrambling summer-themed words, kids can enhance their vocabulary, cognitive skills, and spelling abilities.

Two versions of a summer-themed word scramble. Words include "travel", "beach", "sunglasses", "watermelon", and "surfing". One puzzle is partially solved with words written in colorful markers.

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Summer word game

The PDF includes 3 pages. An easy version for younger kids with the correct words to be found around the side, and a harder version with no word bank.

The words to be found are jumbled up with a random assortment of letters, all related to summer themes, such as:

Travel
Beach
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Sandcastle
Swimming
Lemonade
Watermelon
Adventure
Ice Cream
Surfing
Flip Flops

The answer key is included in the download.

To save ink and for extra enjoyment, I have created these in black and white only, so the kids can also have fun coloring it in if they finish early.

This fun educational worksheet is free to print for personal use and classroom use only. Scroll to the bottom of the post for the free pdf file.

Have fun with poetry with our free summer acrostic poem templates too.

Educational benefits

Word scrambles help expand a child’s vocabulary. By identifying summer-related words, children learn to recognize and understand new terms, reinforcing their language skills.

Finding words in a jumble of letters improves pattern recognition, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail. These cognitive skills are crucial for academic success and everyday problem-solving.

As children engage with the word scramble, they practice spelling and word recognition. This repetitive exposure helps solidify their understanding of word structures and improves their spelling accuracy.

Integrating word scrambles into summer learning

Incorporate a word scramble into the daily routine to maintain a structured yet fun summer learning environment. Regular practice keeps children’s minds sharp and engaged, even during the holiday break.

Pair the word scrambles with related activities or lessons. For instance, after completing the summer word jumble, children can make sandcastles or write a short story about a summer adventure.

Word scrambles can be used in group settings to promote teamwork and collaboration. Children can work together to find the words, encouraging communication and cooperative learning.

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Additional summer fun

Explore other fun and educational printables that complement this worksheet:

Encourage a love of reading with a summer reading bingo printable featuring different genres and reading challenges.

Make trips to the beach even more exciting with a printable beach scavenger hunt that has kids searching for seashells, seaweed, and other beach treasures.

Keep children entertained during long car rides with a printable road trip bingo game that includes various landmarks, vehicles, and roadside attractions.

Track reading progress and set summer reading goals with a colorful and engaging summer reading log free printable.

These additional resources offer more ways to keep learning fun and engaging throughout the summer. By incorporating these activities, you can create a well-rounded and enjoyable educational experience for children during their summer break.

Treat the younger kids to a new book with our favorite summer books for preschoolers.

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Last Updated on 31 March 2025 by Clare Brown