Chances are you came here looking for a fun activity to do with kids on a road trip. If that’s the case, this free road trip word search is the perfect way to keep them entertained on the go. Kids can search for words like roadmap, travel, and highway while making the trip more fun and less stressful.
I know how hard it can be to keep kids busy in the car without handing them a screen every five minutes. That’s why this word search is a lifesaver—it gives them something to do while you focus on the road (or enjoy a little peace and quiet).
If you’re using it in the car or at a rest stop, it’s a simple, screen-free way to pass the time. So stick around to grab your printable and make your next road trip just a little bit easier.
The Benefits of Word Searches
Word searches are not only fun but also good for learning. When you do a word search, you practice finding letters and words, which helps you get better at reading and spelling. You learn how words are spelled by looking at each letter, which is a fun way to learn, especially for young kids.
It also makes your eyes and brain work together to spot things quickly. Word searches can even help you learn new words and understand their meanings.
How to Play the Road Trip Word Search
Playing a word search is super easy and fun. First, look at the list of words you need to find. These words are hidden in a grid full of letters. Your job is to find each word by looking across, down, diagonally, or even backward. Some words might even share a letter.
Once you spot a word, circle or highlight it to show you found it. Keep going until you’ve found all the words on the list. If you get stuck, take your time and look carefully—you might see the word when you least expect it. And don’t worry, I’ve got you covered with an answer key, just in case you need it.
Tip: Focus on the first letter of the word you’re looking for. Scan the puzzle for that letter, and once you find it, check the letters around it to see if they match the rest of the word. Take your time and look carefully—you’ll spot the word before you know it.
Supplies Needed for the Word Search
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The supplies needed for the road trip word search printable are simple. All you need is the printable and a few other optional items:
- The road trip word search printable
- Pens or pencils: You can also use crayons, colored pencils, or markers to color in the top part.
- Optional dry-erase markers
- Optional dry-erase pocket sleeves are great if you do not have the option to laminate them and you would like to reuse the printable.
- Optional laminating machine
You can also laminate these yourself at home if you have a laminating machine available and if you don’t, I have linked one. The best part of doing that is that you can reuse this printable multiple times, saving you money. It’s a great idea. If that is the case, make sure to have some dry-erase markers on hand.
If you decide to laminate this printable, you can hole punch it and add it to a binder with other fun printable activities. Looking for more road trip printable activities, you might like:
If you are looking for more word search printables, take a look here.
Download the Printable
Click the PDF link below to download the printable road trip word search. Print as many as you like, and let the fun begin. This printable is meant to be printed on 8.5 x 11 paper. You can go to your local print shop if you don’t have a printer at home.
The printable is for classroom and personal use only. Get your copy of the printable here. You can find the answer key here if needed.
If you want to share the fun, the best way to share this road trip word search with others is to send them the link to this post instead of the link to the printable.
