Looking for an August word search printable your kids can use all month long? This printable pack includes 10 themed word search puzzles (12 words each) plus an answer key—perfect for homeschool, classroom centers, morning work, or quiet time. The themes are a fun mix of back-to-school and late summer topics, so you can pick a puzzle that fits your week (or print the whole set and keep it ready for easy, screen-free practice).
Happy August, Friends! I am thrilled the August Word Search Packet is up and ready for you to download!
Have you started your new homeschool year yet? If so, you might need a few fun word search puzzles to go in your workboxes or fresh ideas for August themes. This August Word Search Printable Pack will be a great fit.
✅ Browse through all of the word search printables here at Mama’s Learning Corner! You will find monthly themes, phonics word searches, holiday puzzles, and more.
This post and packet were originally published in 2017 and have been updated many times through the years. Please download the newest version and enjoy again!
ETA August 2024: I am updating each month’s word search packet, so make sure you check in each month to find the latest update! If you have purchased this packet in the past, you can always log into your account and download the newest version.
☀️ Looking for more seasonal practice pages? Visit my Summer Worksheets hub for math, phonics, handwriting, coloring pages, and other print-and-go summer activities
August Word Search Printable Pack
If you aren’t familiar with the monthly Word Search Packets, I offer 10 different themed word searches pertaining to the particular month.
You can print them all at once and make the searches into a booklet, or choose to use them 1 at the time.
Since it’s back to school season for most of us, these word searches would be perfect to put in your child’s work box, or to use as a fun activity while you’re working with a sibling. If you’re a classroom teacher, they’re perfect for a center rotation or early finishers!
August Word Search Printable – At a Glance
- Includes: 10 August word search puzzles + answer key
- Words per puzzle: 12
- Skills: vocabulary, spelling reinforcement, visual scanning, focus
- Great for: K–3/4 (emerging readers with help; independent for stronger readers)
- Prep: print and go
Each word in the search can be found horizontally, vertically, or diagonally from left to right.
♥ Also note that the pages are not dated in any way, so you should be able to use them year after year.
What’s Included in the August Word Search Printables
This word search packet contains 10 different word searches, each with a theme that reflects the month of August.
You’ll find the following topics for the month of August:
▶ Back to School! – Includes traditional school items such as books, backpacks, and pencils
▶ State Fair – The state fair circuit often starts in August
▶ Playground Fun! – Includes all of the fun playground equipment kids love!
▶ Refreshing Treats! – Find drinks and a few foods that quench our thirst on those hot summer days
▶ National Aviation Day – Observed each year in the United States on August 19, where we honor the many achievements made in the field of aviation.
▶ Help with Yard Work – Summer is the time to get the yard in shape!
▶ Summer Olympics – Includes words and ideas associated with the Summer Games
▶ Solar Eclipse – Is there a solar eclipse this year? Use this undated word search for an solar eclipse study
▶ Community Helpers – Includes traditional community helpers such as teachers and police officers
▶ Let’s Play Golf! – Golf is a great summer sport! Includes words associated with this fun sport.
▶ Also includes an answer key.
Why Word Search Puzzles Help Kids Learn
Are word searches just busy work for kids? I say absolutely not!
Yes, they are fun pages, but word searches can be packed with learning.
Here are a few suggestions:
- These word searches are grouped by theme. Choose a ‘theme for the day’ or have a ‘Fun Friday Theme’ each week. Talk about the theme – read a book, watch an educational You Tube video, and go over each vocabulary word. Ensure your children know what each word means and can use it appropriately in a sentence.
- Do your students need phonics help? Choose a few words from the word bank in the puzzle and focus on a particular phonics concept. For example, choose to work on vowel teams, silent letters (such as a silent k or g), consonant blends, tricky spelling concepts, or types of syllables. The opportunities for phonics mastery are endless here.
➡️ Need help with teaching spelling? Take a look at How I Teach Spelling in Our Homeschool - Use this as a brainstorming activity. After reviewing the vocabulary words together on your chosen puzzle page, brainstorm other words that could be included. Make a list on the board and add to it throughout the day or week.
- Need penmanship practice? Have your child write the vocabulary words – in print or cursive – in their best penmanship.
➡️ Need more handwriting resources? Hop over to my handwriting and copywork section to find a variety of helps.
Download the August Word Search Printable Pack
There are three easy ways to get this August word search printable set:
Option 1: All Access Pass Members
All Access Pass members can download this packet inside the membership area. After you log in, go to the Word Searches page and scroll to the August packet for your instant download.
👉 Click here to find out All Access Pass details
Option 2: Purchase the August Packet (non-members)
Prefer to buy just this month? Purchase the August Word Search Packet below and download instantly:
August Word Search Packet (10 Puzzles + Answer Key)
10 August-themed word search puzzles (12 words each) + answer key.
Instant PDF download for grades 1–4—perfect for back-to-school season, centers, morning work, and quiet time.
Option 3: Get the Monthly Word Search Bundle
Want the whole year ready to go? The Word Search Bundle includes all 12 monthly packets in one place:
Word Search BUNDLE
Word Search BUNDLE!
Purchase ALL monthly word searches for 70% off!
Includes 120+ word searches for 1st-3rd grades with various monthly themes.
More Monthly Word Search Printables
Keeping up with the series? Here are the neighboring months:
- Did you miss last month? View the July word search printable pack here.
- Next month is September! Find the September word search printable pack here.
✅ Want them all in one place? The Monthly Word Search Bundle includes every month and is the cheapest way to have all of the packets.
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