Word Search Generator

Printable Word Search Puzzle Generator for Activity Books

Create professional word search puzzles for children's activity books, classroom worksheets, or educational printables in seconds. Enter your own vocabulary words or pick from seven built-in themes — animals, food, space, ocean, Christmas, school, and sports. The generator hides your words in a grid of random letters with three difficulty levels.

Each puzzle is generated entirely in your browser using a smart placement algorithm that hides words horizontally, vertically, diagonally, and even backwards depending on the difficulty you choose. Download both the puzzle and the highlighted solution at 300 DPI — print-ready on US Letter or A4 paper.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the word search generator really free?

Yes, 100% free with no limits. Everything runs in your browser — no account, no credits, no watermarks on the puzzle area.

Can I use my own words?

Absolutely. Type or paste your words (one per line) in the text area. You can also start with a theme and edit the word list.

How many words can I use?

You need at least 3 words. For best results, use 8 to 15 words. The grid auto-sizes to fit your words, or you can pick a fixed size.

What are the difficulty levels?

Easy hides words horizontally and vertically. Medium adds diagonal placement. Hard adds reversed words (spelled backwards). You can also increase the grid size for extra challenge.

Can I use these in books I sell?

Yes. Word searches you generate are yours to use commercially — in activity books, worksheets, printables, or any other project.

What resolution are the downloaded files?

All exports are 300 DPI PNG files sized for the selected page format (US Letter or A4). They are print-ready with no additional processing needed.