New Year's Word Scramble — Free Printable

Twelve New Year's words with their letters mixed up, in big, clear letter tiles with a line to write each answer. Show the word bank for an easier puzzle, and the answer key is on page 2.

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Sunroom GamesLarge-print word scramble · Puzzle 1

New Year's Word Scramble

Unscramble the letters to spell 12 words about New Year's. Write each word on its line.

Name Date
  1. 1.TSTOA
    5 letters
  2. 2.AYPTR
    5 letters
  3. 3.RSWOEFIRK
    9 letters
  4. 4.RTEBECLAE
    9 letters
  5. 5.OCKLC
    5 letters
  6. 6.SLPKERA
    7 letters
  7. 7.GNSIIGN
    7 letters
  8. 8.HMNIDIGT
    8 letters
  9. 9.ICENOFTT
    8 letters
  10. 10.RAANJUY
    7 letters
  11. 11.SHSIEW
    6 letters
  12. 12.ERFSDNI
    7 letters
Answer key on page 2sunroomgames.com
Sunroom GamesLarge-print word scramble · Puzzle 1 · Answer key

Answer key

New Year's Word Scramble

  1. 1.TSTOA → TOAST
  2. 2.AYPTR → PARTY
  3. 3.RSWOEFIRK → FIREWORKS
  4. 4.RTEBECLAE → CELEBRATE
  5. 5.OCKLC → CLOCK
  6. 6.SLPKERA → SPARKLE
  7. 7.GNSIIGN → SINGING
  8. 8.HMNIDIGT → MIDNIGHT
  9. 9.ICENOFTT → CONFETTI
  10. 10.RAANJUY → JANUARY
  11. 11.SHSIEW → WISHES
  12. 12.ERFSDNI → FRIENDS
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How to solve a word scramble

  • Think about the theme. Every word is about New Year's, so start by listing words you expect, then check whether their letters are there.
  • Use the letter count. The number under each line tells you how long the word is.
  • Look for letter pairs. Common pairs like TH, CH, SH, ST and ER, and endings like ING and ED, are often hiding in the mix.
  • Try the vowels. Spot the vowels (A, E, I, O, U) and try putting a consonant between them. Writing the letters in a circle can help you see new orders.
  • Stuck? Show the word bank. It lists all twelve answers in alphabetical order, which turns the puzzle into a gentle matching game. It's a good way to start a group session.

Printing tips

  • Use Letter paper (8.5 × 11 in). The puzzle prints on page 1 and the answer key on page 2.
  • Only want the puzzle? In the print window, choose to print page 1 only.
  • To keep a copy, pick "Save as PDF" as the printer.
  • Want another sheet on the same theme? Tap "Another New Year's scramble" for a new set of words.
  • Free to print and copy for home, classroom and care-home use.

More ideas in our word scramble tips. For a different kind of puzzle on the same theme, print our New Year's word search or New Year's crossword. Or print all three in one go with our New Year's puzzle pack.

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