HOLES by Louis Sachar Fun Worksheets Novel Study - Puzzles

Introduction

This resource provides ready-to-use activities to support your novel study of Holes by Louis Sachar. The worksheets help students review characters, vocabulary, and key events using engaging puzzle formats.

Students will reinforce comprehension, practice vocabulary, and review important elements of the novel through structured and interactive worksheets.

• Begin the unit by introducing major characters and themes.

• Use the word search to introduce or review names, concepts, and vocabulary.

• Assign the crossword puzzle to strengthen understanding of plot and character relationships.

• Use the word scramble as a final review or as an early-finisher activity.

• Check progress using the provided answer keys.

Designed for students in Grades 5–8.

-Printable worksheets suitable for whole-class lessons, independent reading, small-group work, homework, or substitute plans.

Answer Keys

Complete answer keys are included for all activities.

Tags @Holes worksheets, novel study puzzles, reading comprehension activities, classroom literacy resources, middle school ELA, Louis Sachar.

How to Use and Variations

• Use as warm-ups or exit tickets during the novel study.

• Perfect for reading centers or independent practice.

• Can be assigned digitally if uploaded to your LMS.

• Works well for review days or early finishers.

Supports common literacy goals such as vocabulary development, comprehension, and text analysis.

File Types

PDF format.

Number of Pages

3 activity pages + answer keys.