Mardi Gras word search puzzle worksheet activity

Mardi Gras Word Search Puzzle Worksheet

Mardi Gras Word Search – Fat Tuesday Fun!

Bring the excitement of New Orleans to your classroom with this engaging 2-page Mardi Gras word search! Students will search for 24+ festive terms like "beads," "parade," "king cake," and "Zulu" hidden in all directions – just like your standard puzzle format. The second page features a bonus matching activity connecting Mardi Gras traditions to their meanings (perfect for sparking cultural discussions!).

Why Teachers Love It:
• Instant engagement during February/March
• No-prep Fat Tuesday activity
• Naturally teaches cultural vocabulary
• Works for grades 3-8 (two difficulty levels built in)

Real Classroom Tested:
"My ESL students loved learning about floats while finding the words!" – Ms. LeBlanc, 4th Grade

Puzzle Includes:

• Classic Mardi Gras words (mask, jazz, doubloons)

• New Orleans landmarks (French Quarter, Bourbon Street)

• Celebration terms (Lundi Gras, flambeaux)

Format: Print-ready 2-page PDF (answer key included)

Pro Tip: Have students circle words they've experienced personally – great conversation starter!