Printable Word Search Puzzles – Free Games

With your busy day-to-day lives and in a hurry, you must be missing your childhood’s puzzling pleasure. Our free collection of printable word search puzzles is here to take you back to your old-timey puzzling experience where you used paper and a pencil to solve a word search puzzle. These word search puzzles are carefully designed with interesting lists of words to improve the fun of solving puzzles.

Why Printable Word Searches?

It’s high time that you get off of your computer screens, take a pencil and solve these printable word search puzzles. Solving puzzles online have its set of pros and cons, but a real-time experience of solving puzzles through paper and a pencil is unbeatable.

Answers Included For Word Searches

Getting stuck while you solve a word search puzzle might happen, so we also have the answers included for all the word search puzzles.

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Various Topics For Puzzles

African Animals Word Search – African animals like lion, cape buffalo, leopard, and various species of rhinoceros are big and interesting to know about. Ostrich, Okapi, Pangolin, etc., are few other animals you can find. Finding them in this printable puzzle will be more fun.
The Airplane Word Search – Telling you if the airplane is invented by an Indian named Shivkar Bapuji Talpade or the Wright Brothers is tough and flying in an airplane is a costly affair. Well, solving this puzzle featuring some words related to airplanes isn’t.
Airport Codes Word Search– It’s time to learn and memorize those crazy three-letter airport codes of different locations in the airports so that you can win with this puzzle.
Algebra Vocabulary Word Search – Learning about coefficient, factorization, logarithm, inverse, etc., is always a tough nut to crack. Challenge yourself to solve this puzzle with the vocabulary used in algebra.
Alien Word Search – Avi Loeb, an astrophysicist, says aliens have visited the earth and that he’s not joking. Keeping aside this controversy, let us solve this printable puzzle with a list of words related to alien life hidden in it.
Al Capone Word Search – Alphonse Gabriel Capone or Al Capone was an American gangster involved in a big syndicate and gained popularity. Tom Hardy played the role of Al Capone in Capone’s biopic. Here is the puzzle with words related to Al Capone.
Ancient Egypt Word Search – There are a few archaeological proofs that ancient Egyptian men and women wore makeup and loved playing board games. Solving this puzzle featuring some words related to ancient Egypt can be more interesting than just reading these facts about them.
Ancient Civilizations Word Search – Learning about ancient civilizations like Egyptian, Mesopotamian, Indus Valley, etc., through books is fine. But learning about them through this puzzle can be more fun.
Apple Recipes Word Search– An apple a day keeps the doctor away is what you already know. Knowing the names of different apple recipes and trying them out yourself is what we say. Here is the puzzle related to apple recipes.
Astrology Word Search – Astrology is a field of study that claims to be telling you about your past and future by observing the movement of celestial bodies related to your sun sign and birth star. Anyone curious about one’s life might not want to miss out on this puzzle with words related to astrology hidden in it.
Australian Animals Word Search – Wombats, kangaroos, koalas, and a few reptiles are seen amongst the Australian animals. These puzzles below will let you know more about such animals in Australia.
Banking Terms Word Search – It’s time to know more of those complex banking terms to keep your knowledge updated when you visit a bank next time. This puzzle below will make you search those familiar banking terms and learn new terms.
Baseball Word Search – Baseball is a bat and ball-based game that involves taking turns in batting and fielding. Separate competitions are conducted for men and women. Unlike baseball, this puzzle below in pencil and paper-based for every gender.
Basketball Word Search – Basketball’s highest regulatory body is the International Basketball Federation (FIBA). Basketball is thrown through the hoop to secure a goal point. Basketball word search puzzles are easy to solve if you are a buff of basketball. Even if you are not, give this a try.
Beauty Salon Word Search – A beauty salon is where we groom ourselves to feel confident about ourselves. This simple puzzle with different words related to a beauty salon is easy to solve.
Beers of the World Word Puzzles – Fun Fact about beer is good for heart health. There are a variety of beers consumed across the world. There is a list of words related to beers across the world hidden in this puzzle. Find them yourself and try them too if you want to.
Bird Names Word Search – Although all birds have feathers, a few of them cannot fly high like an ostrich or a hen. You don’t have to look into the sky or on the ground with frowned eyes to find the birds. All you have to do is look into this puzzle with your sharp eyes and find the bird names.
Bob Marley Word Search – Robert Nesta Marley, aka Bob Marley, was a Jamaican singer, songwriter, and musician. If you call yourself a diehard fan of Bob Marley’s work, solve this puzzle and prove your admiration towards him.
Breakfast Word Search – Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. The healthier the breakfast, the more active you will be the whole day. Here is a puzzle with breakfast names hidden in it to explore.
Budgeting Word Search – Budgeting is a plan you do beforehand to spend money. This can help you prioritize your expenses and spend your money in a calculated manner. This puzzle can help you upgrade your knowledge about budgeting.
Camping Word Search – Camping is a fun activity that involves outdoor stays inside tents or recreational vehicles. Camping is not a good idea at this point due to covid restrictions. Well, solving this puzzle featuring words about what you can do while camping can keep you ready for camping asap.
Canadian Cities Word Search – Canada is a country located in the northern part of North America. Here is a puzzle with Canada’s names, like the capital city Ottawa or the largest city Toronto, hidden in it. Solve it to learn a few more names of Canadian cities.
Canadian Prime Ministers – The shortest served prime ministers like Kim Campbell, the longest served prime minister like Stephen Harper, the present serving prime minister Justin Trudeau are hidden in this puzzle. Find them and know them.
Candy Bars Word Search – Candy bars are everyone’s favorite. The following puzzle is for you to remind yourself of all the candy bars you had when you were a child.
Car Makers Word Search – Carmakers’ history is fascinating to know about. Did you know that Audi is a part of the Volkswagen group and a tractor manufacturer founded Lamborghini? Solving this puzzle below can lead you to know more interesting and fun facts about carmakers.
Car Parts Word Search – Cars, their parts, and their manufacturing are always fantasizing to know about. This car parts word search puzzle is one of the most interesting automotive word search puzzles you encounter on the internet.
Casino Word Search– A casino is a place where gambling games are played for money. The legal status of casinos is different for different countries. Gambling is an addiction for a few, and solving this casino word search puzzle can become one for you.
Chemistry Word Search – It’s time to brush up your memory about chemistry and the names of equipment used in the chemistry labs to solve this chemistry word search puzzle.
Charlie Chaplin Word Search – Charlie Chaplin is a perfectionist who loathed his debut film. He also had collaborated with a female filmmaker who was a rarity during that era of filmmaking. This fun-filled Charlie Chaplin word search puzzle will let you know more about him.
Chess Word Search Puzzles – Did you know that chess is invented in India in the 6th century AD? It was initially called Chantrang and later became Shatranj as it spread to Persia. Try solving this chess word search puzzle to test your knowledge about Chess.
Christopher Columbus – Christopher Columbus, aka Columbus, is an Italian explorer and navigator who finished four voyages across the Atlantic ocean, which led to European exploration and the colonization of the Americas. This word search puzzle will let you know more about this great explorer, Christopher Columbus.
Civil War Generals – Solve this word search puzzle to learn about the civil war generals. Or challenge yourself to finish this word search puzzle in case you already know about these great men.
Cocktails Word Search – Different cocktails are one of the most favorite beverages for people across the words. The most famous cocktails are bamboo, pina colada, martini, etc. Mixology is the skill of mixing various drinks to make cocktails. Did you know that the father of mixology is Jerry Thomas? Solving this word search puzzle might help you know more such facts and names of cocktails.
Cooking Terms Word Search – Cooking is one skill that everyone needs to know irrespective of gender. This word search puzzle featuring terms about cooking will help keep yourself ready to learn the skill. Or you can use this puzzle to make your children or students learn more about cooking.
Crime Fiction Word Search – Crime fiction could be the most interesting genre of literary works. Did you know that Crime fiction as a genre is popularised by Arthur Conan Doyle and that he was also a physician by profession? Reading books and solving these kinds of puzzles will help to enhance your imagination and curiosity.
Dances Word Search – Dance is one such activity that everyone loves. Dance forms also represent the culture and the traditions of a particular area. Knowing about a few dances might lead you to develop an interest in them. Check out this word search puzzle which features a list of words about dances that will need no practice or preparation, unlike dancing literally!!
Dog Word Search – A dog is a man’s best friend. Isn’t this cute to know that, like humans are left or right-handed, dogs can be left or right-pawed too? If you are a dog parent or call yourself a dog lover, challenge yourself to solve this word search puzzle related to dogs to prove your love for dogs.
Donuts Word Search – A donut has got its name as it is prepared with a dough molded into a specific shape and then fried in oil. Donuts are made in different varieties and can be made easily or available in the market for sale. Solving this puzzle featuring words related to donuts will surely get your mouth watered.
Dragon Word Search – Dragons are seen in old tales of folk mythological beliefs about various regions across the world. Dragons mentioned in mythological stories are said to be evil and have supernatural powers. Well, you do not need supernatural power to solve this dragon-themed word search puzzle.
Egyptian Gods Word Search – The most famous five Egyptian gods are Amun Ra, Osiris, Anubis, Horus, Thoth. Did you know that these gods are said to be powerful, and their history dates back to pre pre-historic era of the religions that prevailed in Egypt. May these gods bless you with the knowledge needed to solve this puzzle.
Elements Word Search – Remembering the elements in the periodic table during my childhood was always tough for me. Solving these kinds of puzzles with elements as their themes helped me add some fun to the process of learning them. These might help you too.
Elvis Word Search – Elvis Presley, aka Elvis, is considered the king of rock and roll. Do you know that the recordings of Elvis Presley are with an America-based music company called Sony Music entertainment? Well, if you were one of those die-hard fans of Elvis, finish solving this puzzle before you start your dance moves for his most popular numbers.
Fabric Word Search – There are different kinds of natural and synthetic fabrics used across the world. Solving these fabric-themed puzzles might help you with knowing the names and varieties of fabric.
Famous Authors Word Search – Books could be the best things that happened to humanity. And the creators of them are authors. Here are the names of some famous authors hidden in the puzzles. Challenge yourselves to solve these puzzles to recall the memories of all those books that you have read.
Famous Composers Word Search – Music could be one of the easiest ways to calm your mood or organize a party. These puzzles with famous composers’ names hidden in them might let you revamp your playlist.
Famous Left-Handers Word Search – You will be fascinated to know that many famous, strong, and intelligent people like Barack Obama, Oprah Winfrey, Bill Gates, Steve Jobs across the world are left-handed. Did you know that the lifespan of left-handers is lower than that of right-handed people? Solve these puzzles to know a few more famous left-handers.
Famous Native Americans – Be it Scott Momaday, who is the winner of a Pulitzer prize, or Winona Laduke, a vice presidential nominee, some native Americans have become a part of history. Making sure to solve these puzzles featuring famous native Americans will make you learn more about such inspiring personalities.
Fast Food Restaurants – You might already know that Manchuria is a place in Northern China. Did you know that the most famous fast food dish called Manchurian is one of the creations of Indian fast food chefs? Fast food restaurants got the name for their speed of service. Make sure you solve these puzzles featuring fast-food restaurants as fast as possible.
Fifty States – From Alaska on the northeast to Texas on the southwest, fifty states make the United States of America. Solve these puzzles featuring the names of a few states of America to know more about the geography of the USA.
Film Directors Word Search – These puzzles featuring the names of famous film directors across the world might inspire you to become one. Give it a try.
Fitness Word Search – Fitness plays a very important in anyone’s life in terms of staying fit and healthy. There are many types of fitness that people follow according to one’s body type and requirements. Here is a set of Fitness Word Search Puzzles featuring words related to health and fitness.
Football Word Search – We agree with the fact that men choose football over girlfriends and wives !! A football live and a bowl of popcorn is all they need. Well, we are not here to criticize men and their favourite football. We are here with a set of Football Word Search Puzzles featuring different words related to football. The free printable football word search worksheets are provided with answers attached to each of the word search puzzles.
Gone with the Wind Word Search – Gone With The Wind movie is one of those all-time blockbusters made by adapting a novel or a book. Here is a set of Gone With The Wind Word Search for you to use just to have fun over a weekend
Grocery Store – If you are a family of four with kids, the grocery lists are endless! Going to a grocery store with them is fun and solving free word search games along with your fam bam on a weekend is even more interesting and engaging. Here is a set of Grocery Store Word Search Puzzles featuring different words related to grocery items.
Handel – George Fredric Handel, aka, Handel is a baroque composer born in Germany. The operas and anthems composed by Handel are favourites for a lot of people even today. Here is a set of Handel Word Search Puzzles featuring words relating to Handel and some of the most famous compositions. Make sure to use these word search printables just as fun literary activities or worksheets for your children or students at school.
Herbs Word Search – Herbs play a very important role in enhancing the flavors of a dish and also representing a cuisine’s authenticity. People use a lot of herbs for cooking. And here is a set of Herbs Word Search that you can use as worksheets.
Hobbies
Hockey Word Search – Did you know? There are many types of hockey like rink, bandy, field, etc. Well, a hockey stick and learning some hockey rules doesn’t make it easier to become a pro at the sport. This set of Hockey Word Search Puzzles from Word Search Printable featuring different words related to hockey could be a great way to start learning the sport.
Hollywood Divas Word Search – The Hollywood Divas streaming was made on the TV One cable network of the USA. This set of Hollywood Divas Word Search is all yours to use as a fun activity if you didn’t watch Hollywood divas yet.
Hollywood Film Stars Word Search – Here is a set of the Hollywood Film Stars Word Search puzzle featuring the names of film stars that inspire and influence you to become an actor or just enjoy the art of it.
Horse Racing Word Search – We are here with a set of Horse Racing Word Search Puzzles with different themes designed using words associated with horse racing, horse racing vocabulary, etc.
Ice Cream Word Search – Enough of screaming for ice creams!! The word searches below are unique with different themes like different themes that can be tried in an ice cream, the most popular and most consumed brands of ice cream in different regions of the world like Germany, India, France, the USA, etc.
Impressionism – Impressionism is an art movement that started in the 19th century. The concept of impressionism talks about thin, and fine brush strokes, used for depicting the change of time from day to night. Here is a set of Impressionism word search puzzles featuring different words related to this art movement and the artists who participated in the movement.
In the City – Teaching kids about different groups of society, different types of habitats, etc. is quite important to make them understand and respect their peers belonging to various strata. Here is a set of In The City Word Search Puzzles with different words describing a city. The word search puzzles in the link are curated with different levels of difficulty so that they suit kids of different age groups.
Italian Desserts Word Search – Ciao amigos!! Here is a set of Italian Desserts Word Search Puzzles designed using the names of Italian desserts, most popular Italian desserts, healthy Italian desserts, etc.
Italian Food Word Search – Italian food is quite popular in almost all parts of the world because of its authenticity in taste and flavours. If you are a fan of Italian food, prove your love for it by solving this set of Italian Food Word Search Puzzles designed using Italian food recipes including some from the top 50 Italian dishes.
Jesse James Word Search– Jesse James was a train and bank robber. His brother Frank James joined the pro confederate group and later they both founded an outlaw named James younger group. He was infamous for the robberies he was involved in and the way he died. Here is a set of Jesse James Word search puzzles featuring different themes related to Jesse James like vocabulary words describing him, etc to know more about him.
Las Vegas Word Search– Las Vegas is one of the most beautiful places in the world for various reasons like tourist attractions, football, food, etc. This set of Las Vegas Word Search is curated right for you to use as worksheets for your kids or students at school while you teach them about some of the most beautiful places across the world.
Lucille Ball Word Search – While every other actress was packing bags to get out of the film industry before turning thirty, Lucille Ball was the one who celebrated her fortieth birthday right before her blockbuster I Love Lucy got released.
Marilyn Monroe Word Search – Marilyn Monroe is probably the most loved actress in the Hollywood film industry because of the films she did, the struggle she faced with life, etc. Here is a set of Marilyn Monroe Word Search puzzles for you.
Marketing
Michael Jackson Word Search – Michael Jackson’s songs are a go-to playlist whenever anyone feels a little low. We thought a little tribute to Michael Jackson through our set of Michael Jackson Word Search is a must from our side as his fans.
Music Genres Word Search – There are a variety of music genres that evolved over a long time. Here are a few word search puzzles featuring different music genres from old to new, and the words are hidden in all directions.
New York City Word Search – New York City is one of the most beautiful and busiest cities in the world. |Here is a set of New York Word Search Puzzles featuring different vocabulary words related to New York City, some places to visit in New York, etc. These word search printables can be freely accessed, and the answers for each of the puzzles are attached for you to crosscheck.
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Paris Word Search – Let us check out some facts about Paris!! Did you know that Paris is called the City Of Lights? Also, Paris is one of the most popular destinations for museums, fashion designers, some of the ancient constructions like the Eiffel Tower, etc. Check out a few more interesting things and learn about this beautiful city by using fun literary activities like word search puzzles, crossword, word scrambles, etc.
Parts of an Engine Word Search – You can teach your kids or students at school how a vehicle works, why transportation is important, how an engine of a car works, what are the parts of an engine, through various means. Using some fun and interesting literary activities can make it easier for you and more enthusiastic for the kids. Here is a set of parts of an engine word search puzzles featuring words describing an engine and parts of an engine.
Pets Word Search – You be a dog person or cat person, make sure to let your kids learn about different pets, the importance of being empathetic towards them and taking care of them in a proper way. For that, some fun and interesting word puzzles might help you to an extent. Here is a list of pets word search puzzles featuring some of the most common pets, like a dog or a cat, and some unique and special pets like squirrels, hamsters, etc.
Pie
Pizza Word Search – Well, solving these puzzles with various themes like pizza toppings, ingredients of pizza making, etc., by yourself or using them as worksheets for your kids or students might lead you to know more interesting facts about pizzas and their history.
Poker Word Search – Our set of Poker Word Search Puzzles will make you get addicted to solving word search puzzles instead. These word searches are freely accessible and the answers for each of them are attached.
Say Hello
Science Word Search – “Science is the key to our future. And if you don’t believe in science, then you are holding everyone back.” said a great man named Bill Nye. Challenge yourself to solve these puzzles with the knowledge that you already have or use them as worksheets for your students or kids.
Seven Wonders Word Search – Did you know that there are classifications such as the new seven wonders and the ancient seven wonders of the world? The wonders of the world are categorized according to their timelines of ancient times and the new age. These seven wonders word search puzzles can be accessed easily and can be used free of cost.
Sherlock Holmes Word Search – Here is a set of Sherlock Holmes Word Search designed using words related to the story of Sherlock Holmes. Sherlock Holmes is a bohemian private detective character created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
Snow Time
Social Media
Spices Word Search – The use of different spices can make or break a dish. Here is a set of Spices Word Search waiting for you to use as worksheets or as fun-filled literary activities for your kids or students at school. These word searches below are freely accessible and the answers for each of them are attached.
Sports Word Search – In today’s world, sports play a very important role, in terms of things as small as physical activity, to something as big as a country’s reputation and achievements. Make sure to let your kids explore different sports besides academics. Well, for that, some activities like word search puzzles, crosswords, etc. at an early age might help with the names of sports, the number of players, etc.
Star Trek
Star Wars Word Search – Solving a set of star wars word search online is one of the most fun-filled activities you can do on the weekend. You can also use these puzzles as worksheets for your students to conduct an engaging and interesting literary activity. The words used for designing these word search puzzles are taken from the content in the original Star Wars trilogy.
Superman Word Search – The comic characters and the fantasy of being like them is a great way to improve a kid’s imagination. Well, we can make it more interesting and imaginative. Here is a set of superman word search puzzles featuring different vocabulary words and words describing the characteristic features, personality, and charisma of Superman.
Tableware Word Search – Learning about the kitchen, cooking, dining table, is important for both young girls and boys to promote gender equality and stop stereotypical mentalities from passing on to the next generation. Here is a set of Tableware word search puzzles featuring different items we use on the table.
Tea Party Word Search: These are word search puzzles with the best-selected tea party ideas for kids, tea-related words, vocabulary, etc. If your champs get stuck, the answers for each of the word search puzzles are attached for you to use as a reference.
Beatles Word Search – Here are The Beatles Word Search puzzles curated for you using various interesting themes to use just to have fun with family members along with a music party featuring the songs of the Beatles.
Terms of Endearment
Tokyo
Toy Story Word Puzzles – These toy story word puzzles are here to have fun on the weekend for the all-time buffs of toys, or the series of Toy Story produced by the Walt Disney Pictures, or even watching animated movies. Got stuck while solving one of them? Do not worry!! Woody is here for you with the answers for each of the word puzzles.
Trip to the Beach Word Search – Are you a beach or mountains person? Well, here are some free activity worksheets for your kids and students at school to engage in a fun and interesting literary activity. Here is a set of Trip To The Beach Word Search Puzzles with different levels of difficulty making them suitable for kids of different age groups. These word puzzles below are freely accessible and we are sure your kids will fall in love with them.
US Presidents Word Search – Here is a set of US Presidents Word Search featuring the names and words related to the Presidents of the US. These word search puzzles are curated with care to make them interesting using unique themes like the last names of the Presidents, the most influential first ladies, etc.
US Cities
Vegetables Word Search – These vegetable word searches below are curated just for you to just have fun with your kids or using them as worksheets for making your kids learn the names of vegetables in an engaging and interesting way.
Wine Tasting Word Search – We have curated this Wine Tasting Word Search for you using different themes and levels of difficulty. The themes used for designing these word searches are the wine terminology, words related to wine tasting, etc.
Wine Varietals Word Search – Wine and different types of wines fascinate a lot of wine-tasting buffs all the time. Here is a set of Wine Varietals Word Search with different themes like the varieties of grapes used for making different wine types, a list of wine varietals, etc waiting for you to try.
Zombies
Zoo Animals Word Search – Solving our zoo animals word search can be an interesting and great way to activate your children’s or students’ imagination with respect to the world of animals, zoos, and mother nature.

Holiday Word Search

April Fool’s Day Word Search – Jokesters usually celebrate Fools day as a custom on the first of April to make fun with people around. These are easily accessible and free of cost for you to print. In case you get stuck somewhere, the answer keys for each are also available.
Bastille Day
Candlemas Word Search – We have curated this set of Candlesmas Word Search for you to celebrate the auspicious Candlemas Day in a pleasant ambience at home with family members. You can also use these word search puzzles as worksheets for your children or students at school to teach them about the history, purpose, and importance of celebrating Candlemas Day.
Chinese New Year
Christmas
Constitution Day
Dragon Boat Festival
Earth Day Word Search – This set of Earth Day Word Search is all yours for celebrating earth day. Earth Day is celebrated as an annual event as an awareness program on the changes that our planet is facing, the reforms that we need to take, and the importance of conserving various plant and animal species. Each year the earth day has a specific theme, and the programs are conducted according to the theme.
Easter
Fourth of July Word Search – The fourth of July is celebrated as a federal holiday to commemorate the achievement of independence. Make sure to try each of these puzzles and the answers for them are attached.
Father’s Day
Halloween
Hanukkah Word Search – Hanukkah literally means Dedication in the English language. We have dedicated this set of Hanukkah Word Search for you to use to have an engaging weekend, to celebrate the occasion of Hanukkah, or as worksheets for your children or students at school to teach them about various aspects like the history and importance of celebrating the occasion of Hanukkah.
Memorial Day Word Search – Memorial Day is celebrated on the last Monday of May to commemorate the demise of men and women who worked with the US military. You can use our word search puzzles as worksheets for your kids or students at school to engage them in a fun activity or to teach them about the history and importance of the memorial day.
MLK Day
Mother’s Day Word Search – These puzzles are curated using unique themes like the vocabulary used on a mothers’ day, gift ideas on the occasion of mother’s day, etc. These Word Search Puzzles can be easily accessed and printable. In case you get stuck somewhere, the answers for each of them are attached.
New Years Day
Ramadan Word Search – We have made this set of Ramadan Word Search for you to add a little fun to your busy schedules of fasting, prayers, etc., during the auspicious period of Ramadan. Ramadan gets its name from the word “ar-ramad” of the Arabic language. People of Islamic faith in various theocratic and secular nations across the world.
Oktoberfest
Saint Patrick’s Day Word Search – These Saint Patrick’s Day word search puzzles are a great way to teach your children or students more about Saint Patrick’s Day and the history of it. Find all the words and mark them, so you do not get confused with the answers you have already found. Happy Saint Patrick’s to you!
Thanksgiving
Valentine Word Search – Valentine’s day is about spending time with loved ones, so why not use these word search puzzles featuring words related to Valentine’s day celebration for having fun.
Fall Word Search – Autumn or Fall is a season for enjoying many occasions like Halloween, Thanksgiving, and harvest. Our fall word search puzzles could be a great way to start your autumn or teach your kids or children about the fall season.