Start your fall learning with this September word search for kids! This printable pack includes 10 themed word search puzzles (12 words each) plus an answer key—perfect for homeschool, classroom centers, morning work, or early finishers. September’s themes are all the cozy, classic favorites: apples, pumpkins, football, Labor Day, fall equinox, Johnny Appleseed, and more. And yes—there’s a free September word search printable included below so you can try one right away.
It is September, Friends! And that means we are getting closer and closer to All Things Fall…my favorite time of year! It also means we are getting close to the end of the year for our monthly word search packets, continuing on with this September Word Search Packet.
So many of you have emailed to say how your 1st, 2nd, or 3rd grade children love these word searches each month. I’m thrilled!
These word search printables were originally published back in 2017. They have been updated a few times through the years. If you have purchased this packet in the past, you can always log into your account and download the newest version.
✅ Browse through all of the word search printables here at Mama’s Learning Corner!
🍂 There are a multitude of fall worksheets and printable activities here at Mama’s! Take some time to browse through the variety of options: phonics and math worksheets, match games, color by code, and more!
September Word Search for Kids
If you’ve been a reader here at Mama’s for awhile, you know that I offer a fresh word search packet each month.
Each packet contains 10 different word search puzzles, each with a theme that pertains to the particular month. September features a variety of fall themes: pumpkins, apples, hurricane season, September 11th, football, and more!
September Word Search Printable Pack – At a Glance
Prep: print and go
Includes: 10 September 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)
There are so many creative ways to use these word searches: place them in your child’s work box, save them for times when you’re stuck in the car or in a waiting room, use them for the inevitable crazy pre-dinner hour, or use them as fun work for your young one while you’re teaching another child.
If you’re a classroom or co-op teacher, use these in your themed centers, put in your emergency sub tub, use for early finishers, or even send home as “fun” work.
Feel free to leave a comment and tell me how you use them in your home or classroom! I’d love to know!
What’s Included in the September Word Search for Kids Pack
This September Word Search Packet includes 10 different themes for the month of September.
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.
You’ll find the following word search topics for the month of September:
▶ Apples, Apples, Apples! – Everyone loves apple season! Each word describes this moved loved fruit.
▶ Pumpkin Patch – Words to describe pumpkins; includes typical pumpkin vocabulary words
▶ Johnny Appleseed – Tell the story of John Chapman with this word search
▶ Hurricane Season – Words to describe hurricane season, which is from June to November each year
▶ Labor Day – Words to describe Labor Day, which is celebrated the first Monday of September
▶ Fall Equinox – Words to describe the autumnal equinox as it occurs in North America
▶ Touchdown! – Vocabulary to describe All Things Football!
▶ September 11th – Words to describe the tragic events of 9/11, which is often now called Patriot Day
▶ Grandparents’ Day – Celebrate grandparents with this fun word search! Includes common names used for grandparents in the United States
▶ Yom Kippur – Vocabulary words associated with the Jewish observance
▶ 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 September Word Search Printable
Choose the option that works best for your family or classroom:
Option 1: Download the FREE September Word Search Printable
Want to try one first? Grab the free September word search printable here:
Option 2: All Access Pass Members
All Access Pass members can download the full September pack inside the membership library. After you log in, go to the Word Searches page and scroll to September for your instant download.
👉 Click here to find out All Access Pass details
Option 3: Purchase the September Packet
Prefer to buy just this month? Purchase the September Word Search Packet below and download instantly:
September Word Search Packet (10 Puzzles + Answer Key)
10 September-themed word search puzzles (12 words each) + answer key.
Instant PDF download for grades 1–4—perfect for fall learning, centers, morning work, and early finishers.
Option 4: Get the Monthly Word Search Bundle
Want all 12 months in one place? Download the Word Search Bundle and have the whole year ready to go:
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 August? Here’s the August word search printable pack.
- Next up: October! Find the October word search printable pack here.
✅ Want everything in one download? The Monthly Word Search Bundle includes every month.
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