Free puzzle maker
Classroom Puzzle Maker for Teachers
Paste this unit’s vocabulary and print a word search, a crossword with your own definitions as clues, or a word scramble, with an answer key. Free and no signup, so it works on a school computer.
How it works
- Open the maker and type your words, one per line (or keep the example list).
- Pick the puzzle and the level, and press Make my puzzle.
- Print it, or save it as a PDF. The answer key prints on its own page.
Ideas
- Vocabulary crossword. Write each term = its definition, and students solve with the definitions as clues.
- Early finishers. Keep a stack of word searches for students who finish early.
- Different versions. Pro prints up to 30 versions in one print so neighbors can’t copy.
- Class names. A word search of everyone’s name for the first week of school.
Free or Pro
The maker is free: up to 20 words, word searches, crosswords, fill-ins, scrambles, sudoku and cryptograms, an answer key and a name and date line, all made in your browser with no signup. Puzzle Maker Pro adds large print for older eyes, up to 40 words, up to 30 different versions in one print, saved word lists and no “made with” line. The monthly plan starts with a free week, then $4.99 a month, or pay $24.99 once for lifetime access. See Pro on the maker page.
Questions & answers
Is it free for teachers?
Yes: up to 20 words, every puzzle type and an answer key, no signup.
Does student data leave the computer?
No. The maker runs in your browser and nothing is uploaded.
Can I print different versions?
Yes, with Pro: up to 30 versions in one print.