CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS DAY Word Search Puzzle Worksheet Activity

CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS DAY Word Search Puzzle Worksheet Activity

Commemorate Christopher Columbus Day with our fun Word Search Puzzle Worksheet! This delightful activity is created for 2nd to 5th-grade students and provides a fun and engaging way to learn about the history and significance of Columbus's voyages, while also teaching useful vocabulary and spelling. This activity is perfect for classroom and home use, to share in the joy of exploring the themes of exploration and discovery related to Columbus.

The word search contains relevant key vocabulary related to Christopher Columbus and his expeditions. This activity helps students think critically about historical events and promotes conversations surrounding exploration and cultural exchange. Younger learners will have fun expanding their engagement with history.

The 30 hidden vocabulary words are Admiral, America, Atlantic, Caravel, Columbus, Discovery, Expedition, Explorer, Journey, Navigator, Ocean, Spain, Voyage, Trade, History, Islands, Ships, Route, Map, Settlements, Native, Discover, Culture, Legacy, Sail, Adventure, Harbor, Wind, Compass, Heritage, and Journey.

Students will enjoy the excitement of looking for words that are hidden in different configurations of the puzzle, horizontally, vertically, and diagonally. The word search puzzle can be done independently, or accompanied by peers to build conversations with classmates.

The worksheet can be used in a wide variety of ways, it's a good bell ringer, a short homework activity, or as an interactive activity conducted on Columbus Day itself. It gives students an opportunity to think about the role exploration played in developing history and influence of culture and society.

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