18 Best Free Printable Winter Word Search Puzzles for Kids
Last updated: December 12, 2025 by the Homemade Gifts Team
Bundle up with a fuzzy blanket, a warm cup of tea or hot chocolate, and a fun winter word search puzzle you can enjoy with the kids. I love a good word search on a day Mother Nature is telling us to stay indoors. Whether it’s chilly winter winds, waist-high snowdrifts, or days of cold drizzle, there are times in winter when it’s just better to stay inside and get cozy. For me, that includes a good word search.
Not only are winter word searches fun for the whole family, but they’re also a good way to meditate and relax. Check out these winter word searches in a variety of styles and difficulties, or download all the puzzles and have at it! We even have the solutions on hand for you, and we’ve answered all your most frequent winter word search questions.
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These winter word search printables are for personal, non-commercial use only.
Easy Winter Word Search Puzzles
Take it easy with a simple winter word search. Or share these with your kids to get them involved and have some bonding time. Each puzzle has 10 words that are facing right or down only.
Medium-Difficulty Winter Word Search Puzzles
Turn up the difficulty just a bit with these medium-difficulty winter word search puzzles. The 20 hidden words can be horizontal, vertical, or even backward.
Hard Winter Word Search Puzzles
Really test yourself with a hard winter word search. The 30 hidden words here can be horizontal, vertical, diagonal, or backward. You might want a second cup of cocoa for these!
Solutions for Winter Word Searches
If you’re stuck on a word or two, don’t fear. All of the answers are right here for you.
Winter Word Search Printable PDF Packs
Plan a cozy winter word search day with this PDF pack that collects all our winter word searches in one handy spot.
Winter Word Search FAQs
Not sure where to start? Maybe these frequent winter word search questions will set you on the right path.
What Is a Word Search?
A word search is a simple game where words are hidden inside a scramble of letters. The words might face different directions, and the challenge is to find them among the scrambled letters.
Who Are These Winter Word Search Puzzles Best For?
Word searches are for everyone, that’s why we included a range of difficulties in our winter word search puzzle collection. For an adult, the easy ones might be a bit trivial, but for a young child just learning their letters, those easy puzzles could be just the right difficulty for them to flex their new language skills.
Can I Use Winter Word Search Printables in the Classroom?
Winter word searches are great for classrooms. Just make sure you choose the right difficulty level for your students. Word searches teach more than vocabulary and spelling. They also teach children to focus and concentrate, which is a skill that requires practice just like any other!
Can I Create My Own Winter Word Search Puzzles?
Definitely. There are a ton of online resources for creating your own puzzles. If you’re a teacher, you can use a vocabulary list and turn it into a puzzle to encourage your students to study! You can even have kids make their own word searches by giving them grids and letting them fill in the words themselves.
More Winter Printables & Entertainment for Kids
Word searches are great, but why not mix it up with even more winter printables to keep you and your kids entertained? Here’s a few more games we think you’ll love.
- Christmas Word Searches
- Christmas Word Scrambles
- Christmas Coloring Pages
- Christmas Color by Number
- Elf Goodbye Letter
- Twas the Night Before Christmas Activity Sheets
And for the little word search enthusiasts, don't miss our comprehensive collection of Printable Word Searches on All Topics and our challenging Hard Word Searches.
In the mood for some seasonal chuckles? Dive into our Christmas Jokes, Snow Puns, and Winter Jokes for Kids for a hearty laugh.
Lastly, if you're seeking to stay organized as the snow falls, our printable December Calendar, January Calendar, and February Calendar are here to help.
