Bonfire Night Wordsearch

Help young learners develop their early reading skills with this fun Bonfire Night-themed EYFS word search. Designed specifically for children in EYFS and Reception, this engaging phonics activity is ideal for pupils who have learned some letter sounds and are beginning to segment and blend CVC and CVCC words. The word search features a selection of simple Bonfire Night-themed vocabulary alongside the common tricky word “look”, helping children practise recognising both decodable and high-frequency words. To support early readers, all words are hidden horizontally and vertically in the forward direction only, making the activity accessible and confidence-building. Perfect for independent learning, phonics lessons, literacy centres, morning work, early finishers, or seasonal classroom activities, this printable worksheet encourages children to develop word recognition, visual scanning, spelling, and reading fluency while celebrating Bonfire Night. Ideal for: EYFS and Reception classrooms Early phonics and reading practice Children learning to segment and blend CVC and CVCC words Bonfire Night literacy activities Independent or small-group learning Home learning and classroom use This simple, engaging word search is a great way to reinforce phonics skills while introducing seasonal vocabulary in a fun and meaningful way.