Zoo Animals Word Search

Zoo animals word search free printable for kids with 24 zoo animals to find including elephant, tiger, lion, kangaroo, and gorilla.

Zoo Animals Word Search

Printable word searches are a great way to have a bit of fun while working your brain.

Whether you are a teacher looking for an animal-themed word search for their classroom or a parent looking for a rainy day activity for the kids at home, this word search will be a fantastic resource.

With 24 zoo animals to find, this word find is challenging enough for adults as well.

The words can be found going horizontally, vertically, or diagonally (but no words will be hidden backwards).

You can check out a list of the words included in the word search below. Of course, they are also listed in the word bank on the word search itself.

Animals to Find

• camel
• cheetah
• crocodile
• elephant
• fox
• giraffe
• gorilla
• grizzly bear
• hippo
• kangaroo
• koala
• lemur
• lion
• meerkat
• monkey
• ostrich
• panda
• penguin
• polar bear
• rhino
• seal
• sloth
• tiger
• zebra

Creative Ways to Use the Animal Word Search

Here are a few creative ways to use the zoo animal word search to enhance learning and fun in the classroom.

Pairing with a Class Trip to the Zoo

Use this word search puzzle as a fun prep activity before a class zoo trip. It helps kids learn animal names in advance, making their zoo visit more interactive as they spot the animals. This approach reinforces vocabulary and observational skills.

Class Cooking Activity

Pair the word search with an animal-themed “cooking” activity. Students can make snacks easy no-cook snacks like Penguin Rice Krispie Treats or Strawberry Ladybugs. Or you could even bring in some Monkey Bread for the children to try.

Other Classroom Ideas

Incorporate the word search into lessons on wildlife and conservation. Follow up with discussions on animal habitats, fun animal facts, or creative projects such as animal masks. Or simply pair the animal word search puzzles with an animal-themed library book.

How to Download PDF & Print

Click the link below to download your animal word search.

Then, open the PDF file and print it out from your work or home computer.

Download word search here

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