What is a double puzzle?
A double puzzle asks children to complete partial words and then use the missing letters to uncover a hidden message.
Printable Classroom Activity
Double Puzzle
This double puzzle maker gives children two jobs in one worksheet: solve each word and then use the missing letters to discover a secret message. That makes it a fun choice for literacy groups, themed classroom packs, and enrichment activities where you want a little extra curiosity. Add your own words and the worksheet is created for you. Teachers often use double puzzles for spelling revision, word pattern work, indoor activity folders, and fun finishers because the hidden message keeps children interested right to the end. It is an easy way to make vocabulary practice feel more like a puzzle challenge.
Easy to personalise
Ready to print
Includes answer key
Great For
- Word patterns
- Spelling revision
- Enrichment tasks
- Curiosity-building activities
Create In Minutes
Make your worksheet
Simple Steps
How to make it
- Step 1 Add a title for your worksheet.
- Step 2 Add the words you want to use.
- Step 3 Check the sample layout if needed.
- Step 4 Click Create Your Puzzle.
- Step 5 Print the worksheet and answer key.
Helpful Ideas
Planning tips
- Choose clear topic words that children already know.
- Words with at least five letters give a better challenge.
- The secret message is created from the missing letters automatically.
Great For
Use it in lessons
Ready To Go
What you can do next
- Create a worksheet using your own words or content.
- Print a clean student copy for your class, child, or group.
- Keep the answer key ready for checking or self-correction.
Worksheet Preview
Your printable pages
Words
8
Secret Letters
8
Format
Missing-letter puzzle
Word Patterns
- CO_PASS (7 letters)
- CAM_FIRE (8 letters)
- CA_YON (6 letters)
- JOURNE_ (7 letters)
- LANT_RN (7 letters)
- BAC_PACK (8 letters)
- RIV_R (5 letters)
- _UMMIT (6 letters)
Secret Message
MPNYEKES
FAQ
Questions teachers and parents ask
Can I use my own classroom vocabulary?
Yes. Add any words you like to match a topic, a book, or a weekly spelling list.
Is this suitable for upper primary students?
Yes. It is especially useful for children who enjoy word challenges and secret-message activities.
Can I print the worksheet for a group?
Yes. It is designed to print neatly for classroom sets, tutoring groups, and homeschool work.