Architecture Word Search, Scramble, and Crossword

Architecture Vocabulary word search, scramble and crossword puzzle

I made this architecture vocabulary puzzle set for my 3rd and 4th graders during our art and design unit. The kids could point to a building but had no idea what words like column, arch, or facade meant when I tried to explain the parts of a structure. So I put together a word search, a word scramble, and a crossword using words like architecture, building, structure, design, column, pillar, arch, dome, roof, foundation, facade, plan, blueprint, scale, and architect. Nothing fancy — just puzzles to help the architecture vocabulary finally stick.

The PDF is four pages. Three puzzles plus one answer key page. The word search works well for quiet time after recess or indoor recess. The scramble gets them talking because they argue about whether an arch is the same as a dome. The crossword I use for partners or as a review. I added a couple simple column, arch, and building outline drawings but nothing too busy.

Works for 3rd through 5th grade. Print and go. Sometimes I have early finishers name one famous building and its location on the back. The kids actually ask for these now.