Latin American observance word search puzzle worksheet activity

Latin American observance word search puzzle worksheet activity

Latin American Observances Word Search - Cultural Learning Activity

I made this word search for my 5th grade social studies class when we studied Latin American holidays. It's a simple 2-page PDF with 24 celebration names and cultural terms hidden in the puzzle - words like "DiaDeLosMuertos," "Carnaval," and "Quinceañera."

The words include:
• Major holidays (IndependenceDay, Navidad)
• Cultural traditions (Piñata, Mariachi)
• Foods (Tamales, Empanadas)

I used this last October when teaching about Day of the Dead. My students worked in pairs to find words while we listened to Latin music. The Spanish terms sparked great conversations about how celebrations differ across countries.

You get:

• Page 1: The word search grid with clear letters

• Page 2: Answer key for easy checking

Perfect for:
• Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept-Oct)
• World culture units
• Fun Friday activities

I printed mine on bright colored paper when we decorated our classroom for our Latin American culture day. The kids especially liked finding "Fútbol" and comparing it to soccer traditions here.

Format: Basic PDF (2 pages)
Teacher Tip: Have students pick one celebration to research after finding it!