Free Mother’s Day Word Search Printable for Kids

This Mother’s Day word search has become one of our go-to activities each year—especially when we need a quiet moment between brunch and gifts.

It’s an easy way to keep the kids busy, but it also gets them thinking about what makes their mom (or grandma) special.

Out of all the Mother’s Day printables, this one always seems to spark the most conversation—and sometimes a little friendly competition too.

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Mother’s Day Word Search Printable

Sometimes kids just need a low-key activity to reset during a busy holiday, and this Mother’s Day word puzzle does the trick. It’s fun, simple, and sneaks in a little learning too.

The words can be found in all directions—up, down, backwards, and diagonally—to keep it interesting. If they finish too quickly, I’ve included black and white heart mandalas for extra coloring time.

Tip: Use a highlighter or circle the letters when you find a word—don’t cross them out, since some letters are used in more than one word.

You will also enjoy our free May word search printable!

Mother’s Day Word List

There are 15 themed words to find:

Ideas for Using This Word Search

Here’s how we’ve used this word search printable to make the day even more special:

• Make it a friendly challenge – Set a timer and see who can find the most words the fastest.
• Turn it into a writing activity – Have kids pick a few words and write short sentences or stories about them.
• Create a keepsake – Let kids color the mandalas, then decorate and gift the finished sheet to mom or grandma.
• Use it as downtime – When the day gets busy, this can be a calming moment for kids (and adults!).

More Mother’s Day Activities to Enjoy

Looking for more ways to make the day special? Here are a few of our favorite Mother’s Day printables and ideas:

• After the word search, let the kids fill out this all about my mom printable—it always gets a few laughs and sweet surprises.
• These Mother’s Day acrostic poems are simple but meaningful, and perfect for both mom and grandma.
• Get everyone moving with a Mother’s Day scavenger hunt—it’s great for all ages and works indoors or outside.
• For older kids, try our Mother’s Day scattergories game—it adds a fun twist to family time.
• And if your child enjoys coloring, these Mother’s Day cards to color make an easy, heartfelt gift.

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Other Free Printable Word Searches

Keep the fun going with more seasonal word searches:

• St Patrick’s Day word search
• Easter word search
• Earth Day word search
• Cinco de Mayo word search
• Star Wars word search
• Memorial Day word search
• Father’s Day word search

Last Updated on 24 April 2025 by Clare Brown