Download free printable insects word search puzzles (answer keys included!) for a fun and simple activity to add to your bugs and insects lesson plans or for bug loving kids at home.

Hello friends! We’re back today to share a couple of free printable insect word searches for kids!
If you haven’t already grabbed our insect coloring pages, be sure to do that now! Then, take a look at what’s in store below:
- An easy word search with 12 simple insect-themed words in large font
- A bigger word search with a list of 20 bugs that go up, down, and diagonal
- Answer keys for both puzzles
Our word searches offer a fun and challenging activity with an added layer of creativity because they can also be colored when the kids are finished with the puzzle!
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Free Printable Insect Word Search Puzzles for Kids
Below, you’ll find the PDFs for each word search and with an easy download button for each sheet. Answer keys for each puzzle are included in the download. Print as many as you need for home or the classroom!
Easy Insect Word Search Printable
This smaller word search is a great option for beginning readers. The puzzle contains large text with 12 words that are easy for younger kids to read. Also, there are no diagonal words. It includes vocabulary that is often used with kindergarten lessons about bugs, such as wings, eggs, legs, ant, bee, and more.

Bugs and Insects Word Search: 20 Words (with Answer Key)
For older kids, the next level offers more words and slightly higher difficulty with the addition of diagonal words. Answers are included in the download.

Thanks for visiting and good luck with these word search challenges!
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