Large print word searches

Big, bold letters on a 12×12 grid with a large-type word list, made to be easy on the eyes. Every theme is a free PDF with an answer key.

12×12 grid · up to 12 words · Big letters on a 12×12 grid. Words run across, down and diagonally.

Thanksgiving word search

0 of 12 found

  • Corn
  • Fall
  • Family
  • Feast
  • Grateful
  • Gravy
  • Leaves
  • Pie
  • Pumpkin
  • Stuffing
  • Thanks
  • Turkey
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All 17 large print word searches

Made to be easy to read

Most printed word searches squeeze small letters into a large grid. These large print puzzles use fewer letters, a bold typeface and plenty of space between rows and columns, so each letter is easy to pick out. The word list under the grid is printed in large bold type as well.

Ideas for activity directors and families

  • Senior centres and care homes: a themed puzzle each week, matched to the season or holiday.
  • Memory care: familiar seasonal words such as SNOW, PUMPKIN or SANTA can prompt conversation.
  • Visits: bring a printed puzzle to solve together.
  • Low vision: print on 11×17 or A3 paper for even bigger letters.

Looking for more of a challenge? Try the word searches for adults or the hard word searches.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How big are the letters?

Grid letters are about 25-point bold, and the word list is 16-point bold. That is roughly twice the size of a normal printed word search.

Who are large print word searches for?

Older adults, people with low vision, and anyone who finds small print tiring. They are popular in senior centres, care homes and memory care activity programs, and with young children too.

How hard are they?

Medium difficulty: 12 words on a 12×12 grid, running across, down and diagonally, but never backwards.

Are they free?

Yes. Every large print puzzle is a free PDF with the answer key on page two. Print as many as you need.

Can I make the print even bigger?

Yes. Print on larger paper, such as 11×17 (tabloid) or A3, and choose "Fit to page". The letters scale up with the paper.

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