Summer Vacation Word Search
A free Summer Vacation word search you can play straight in the browser. The 12-word list draws on the holidays, weather, and activities of a season, hidden across a 15×15 grid in every direction. Drag through the letters to mark a word off.
Words to find: SUNSCREEN, SANDCASTLE, SWIMMING, SHORTS, SUNHAT, ICECREAM, BEACH, VACATION, BASEBALL, PICNIC, GARDEN, HIKING.
Words run in any of eight directions, backwards included — if one refuses to turn up, try reading the grid right to left.
Summer Vacation word list, defined
- SUNSCREEN /ˈsʌnskrin/ · noun
- A substance applied to the skin to prevent or reduce the effects of sunburn, typically containing a chemical that absorbs or reflects ultraviolet radiation. Related: sunblock, sun cream, sun protection, solar screen.
- SANDCASTLE /sændkæsəl/ · noun
- A structure made from sand, typically on a beach, often in the shape of a castle or other architectural design. Related: sand fort, sand sculpture, beach castle.
- SWIMMING /swɪmɪŋ/ · verb
- The act of moving through water using the limbs, typically for recreation or exercise. Swimming involves the use of various strokes, such as the front crawl or breaststroke. Related: diving, splashing, dipping, wading.
- SHORTS /ʃɔːts/ · noun
- A garment consisting of a pair of loose-fitting pants, typically made of lightweight fabric and designed for warm weather. Shorts are usually knee-length or shorter. Related: trousers, pants, skirt, culottes.
- SUNHAT /sʌn.hæt/ · noun
- A hat worn to protect the face and head from the sun, typically made of straw or canvas with a wide brim. Related: sunbonnet, sunshade, hat, visor.
- BEACH /biːtʃ/ · noun
- A pebbly or sandy shore by the ocean, sea, or lake, especially between high and low water marks. Related: shore, seashore, seaside, coast.
- VACATION /ˈvækˌsɪʃən/ · noun
- A period of time spent away from work or school, typically for rest or recreation. A holiday or trip. Related: holiday, trip, leave, break.
- BASEBALL /ˈbeɪs.bɔːl/ · noun
- A team ball game played between two teams of nine players, in which a player on the batting side attempts to hit a pitched ball and run around four bases to score runs. Also refers to the hard leather-covered ball used in that game. Related: hardball, the national pastime, ballgame.
- PICNIC /ˈpɪknɪk/ · noun
- A meal eaten outdoors, typically in a park or other natural setting, often with a blanket or other equipment. A social gathering for eating outdoors. Related: barbecue, outdoor meal, al fresco, picnicking.
- GARDEN /ˈɡɑːrdn/ · noun
- An area of ground surrounding a building, typically planted with flowers, shrubs, and trees, and maintained for pleasure, beauty, or for the production of fruits, vegetables, or herbs. Related: yard, park, orchard, plot.
- HIKING /ˈhaɪkɪŋ/ · noun, verb
- The activity of walking in the countryside or on hills, typically involving long, tiring walks and often taking place on well-defined paths or trails. To walk or travel on foot in the countryside or on hills, especially for pleasure or exercise. Related: trekking, rambling, walking, climbing.
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