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Body Parts Word Search

A word search dedicated to parts of the body, perfect for learning about ourselves. Hidden in the grid are nine words to find: head, arm, leg, hand, foot, eye, nose, mouth and heart. Knowing these words is one of the most practical things a child can learn. Print it for free or download it as a PDF: ideal for a science lesson or a simple classroom activity.

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Body Parts, one by one

This word search was designed with primary school and preschool children in mind. Here is a short note on each word, useful for talking about it after solving the grid.

Head — Contains the brain, which controls the whole body and never stops working, even while we sleep.

Arm — Lets us lift, push and hug, bending thanks to the elbow.

Leg — Among the strongest parts of the body, letting us walk, run and jump.

Hand — With its five fingers, an incredible tool for precision: writing, drawing, holding tiny objects.

Foot — Supports the whole body's weight and keeps us balanced; it also has five toes.

Eye — Lets us see colours and shapes; we have two, protected by eyelids and eyelashes.

Nose — Used for breathing and smelling, and connected closely to taste.

Mouth — With lips, teeth and tongue, lets us eat, talk and smile.

Heart — A tireless muscle that beats around a hundred thousand times a day, pumping blood through the whole body.

How to use it in class

With younger children, it works well to tackle the puzzle in pairs: while one child searches, the other checks the word list. Reading the list aloud together before starting helps every child know exactly what to look for, even those who read more slowly.

Activities to try after

  • Play "touch the right part": call out a body part and have children touch it quickly.
  • Sort body parts into "outer" (hand, foot, nose) and "inner" (heart).
  • Count which parts we have just one of (head, nose, mouth, heart) and which we have a pair of.

Easier or harder version

Keep the list to the most familiar parts for younger children. Add finger, ear, shoulder, knee or back for a bigger challenge.

Fun facts about the human body

Getting to know your own body is one of the earliest discoveries a child makes, and every word in this grid hides something wonderful. The head contains the brain, which controls the whole body and never stops working, not even while we sleep. The arm lets us lift, push and hug, bending thanks to the elbow. The leg is among the strongest parts of the body and lets us walk, run and jump. The hand, with its five fingers, is an incredible tool for precision: it can write, draw and grasp tiny objects.

The foot supports the whole body's weight and keeps us balanced; it too has five toes. The eye lets us see colours and shapes; we have two, protected by eyelids and eyelashes. The nose is used for breathing and smelling, and is closely connected to taste. The mouth, with lips, teeth and tongue, lets us eat, talk and smile. The heart is a tireless muscle that beats about a hundred thousand times a day, pumping blood through the entire body.

A growing body

Children are always fascinated to learn that their body is constantly growing: bones lengthen, baby teeth fall out and new ones appear. Knowing body parts also helps explain how to take care of them: sleeping well to grow, moving to strengthen muscles, eating well for energy. After the grid, try "touch the right part": call out a body part and have children touch it as fast as they can, turning vocabulary into a lively game of reflexes.

A body that keeps changing

One fact that always fascinates children is that their body never stops changing: bones lengthen, baby teeth fall out and are replaced, and muscles grow stronger with use. Knowing the names of body parts also opens the door to talking about how to look after them — sleeping enough to grow, moving to build strength, eating well for energy — turning vocabulary into a foundation for lifelong healthy habits.