Education & Training Printable Puzzle Combo
Help your students master essential education and training vocabulary with this no-prep word search and crossword puzzle set. Perfect for helping students talk and think about their postsecondary options, this printable activity is ideal for homework, independent practice, substitute days, sponge activities, and more!
Covers: Adult education, apprenticeship, associate degree, bachelor's, certificate, college, community college, doctorate, entrepreneurship, entry-level jobs, financial aid, gap year, internship, master's, mentor, military, on-the-job training, return on investment, scholarship, student loans, trade school, volunteering.
What’s Inside the Postsecondary Education & Training Puzzle Set
Kick things off with a word search to introduce key terms, then give your students the option to challenge themselves with two crossword puzzles: one with a word bank (for a gentle challenge) and one without (for those who want to go big!). You can also use these printable activities over the course of the year, giving students repeated exposure to essential postsecondary education and training language.
Ways to Use the Postsecondary Education & Training Printables
⭐ Sub Day Save! Print these out for those "just in case" days when you're out unexpectedly or need an easy filler activity. No sub plan? No problem!
⭐ Brain Breaks. When your students need a change of pace, this activity helps them stay engaged while learning practical vocabulary.
⭐ Transition Toolbox. Perfect for lessons designed to help students explore postsecondary options and work on ITP goals.
⭐ General Ed Go-To Use this resource during advisory periods, support classes, or as an enrichment activity to reinforce essential life skills.
⭐ ELL-Friendly Fun. For English learners, this puzzle set provides a supportive entry point to learning specialized postsecondary education vocabulary.
Why You’ll Love This Postsecondary Puzzle Pack
❤️ No-prep: Print it, pass it out, and you're good to go. It's a grab-and-go solution for busy days.
❤️ High-Interest Life Skills Content: Focused on real-world vocabulary students can use to plan their futures.
❤️ Less Downtime = Fewer Classroom Management Issues: Keep your students on task with engaging activities that require focus.
❤️ Flexible and Differentiated: Whether students love a word search, need a word bank, or are ready to tackle a more challenging crossword, this set meets them where they are.
This postsecondary education word search and crossword puzzle set is a versatile resource for helping your students explore their future options while staying engaged in relevant, real-world content. It is perfect for teens, adults, special education, English learners, and any classroom that could use a no-prep life skills boost.
Contents
Postsecondary Education & Training Word Search
Postsecondary Education & Training Crossword (with word bank)
Postsecondary Education & Training Crossword (without word bank)
Postsecondary Education & Training Terminology page with definitions & examples
Answer keys
This item is also included in Exploring Postsecondary Education & Training Options - Lesson & Activities, which introduces six postsecondary pathways, guides students in evaluating return on investment, provides opportunities for reflection and planning, and more!
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