A new study has found that first-grade students who regularly solve word search puzzles perform better on standardized tests than those who don’t.
The research, conducted by the University of Colorado Boulder, looked at data from over 4,000 students across the United States. The findings showed that students who frequently solved word search puzzles had higher scores on tests measuring vocabulary and reading comprehension.
Lead author Holly Wagner says the results suggest that word search puzzles can help build important skills for early readers. “Our findings add to a growing body of evidence that supports the use of puzzle-based activities to promote learning,” she said.
So if you’re looking for a way to help your first grader get ahead in reading, try giving them a word search puzzle to do each day. You may be surprised at how much it helps!
The 08 vocabulary words covered in this puzzle are:
- SHREEFA
- STRATOS
- TEDDY
- THOMAS
- TOBY
- TYLER
- WISSAM
- BUS
