Cross Off Your Vocabulary Lessons with Compound Word Crosswords!

Are you searching for something new and different to help your students practise using compound words? Are you tired of the monotonous matching exercises and worksheets? You’re in the right place! The Teacher Team at Teach Starter has been busy creating many new and exciting Compound word activities for your classroom!

This printable Compound Word Crossword Puzzle pack includes two compound word crossword puzzles. We’ve created two versions of this activity to better meet your students’ needs. The included compound word crossword puzzle worksheets are included:

• Compound Words with Pictures Crossword – This crossword puzzle contains picture clues to allow struggling readers to engage with the content.
• Compound Words with Clues Crossword – This is your traditional crossword puzzle, featuring short, student-friendly clues to help them complete the crossword.

Download Your Compound Word Crossword Puzzle Pack!

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