About this Wizard of Oz word search
L. Frank Baum's 1900 book is fully in the public domain. Follow the yellow brick road through a deck of scarecrows, emerald palaces, tornadoes and friendly lions — drawn from the original novel, not any later film adaptation.
This puzzle hides 12 oz icon words in a 13×13 grid. Words run in every direction — across, down, diagonally, and backwards — so look carefully. Tap a word's first and last letter to lock it in, or hit Print puzzle for a clean paper copy.
Why word searches are good for your brain
- They sharpen visual scanning, focus and pattern recognition.
- They build vocabulary and spelling — especially useful for kids and English learners.
- They're a calm, screen-light activity that suits all ages, from classrooms to care homes.