December is here and brings along the merriment and sparkle of the holiday season, the rush of happy reunions, and the excitement of closing a chapter and starting anew. One of the most awaited days of the year, New Year’s Eve is celebrated across the globe with parties, decorations, and jubilation. This festive season, planning activities that will keep your whole family entertained can be a challenge. But no need to worry, because I have created a fun and free activity for you and your loved ones to enjoy – a printable New Year’s Eve word scramble!
One thing I love about Word Scrambles is how they are a perfect game for everyone in the family, no matter their age. From young kids to adults, everyone can join in on the fun and exercise their brains while having a good time together. By unscrambling the letters of New Year’s related words, your family will not only have a great time together but will also increase their vocabulary.
What you need to play
The best part about this activity is that you don’t need to spend any money. All you need is the following:
- Printer
- Free printable word scramble sheets (link below)
- Pen or pencil for each player
- Crayons, Markers (for black and white version)
- Timer (optional)
You could also choose to laminate the pages so they can be used again in case of spills or tears. Now, let’s get to the fun part – playing the game!
How to play
To play, all you need to do is print out the New Year’s Eve word scramble and distribute it among your family members. You can either have a race to see who can finish the word scramble first or work together as a team. You could also offer prizes to the person who finishes solving first.
Make the game more exciting by organizing a word scramble tournament! This is an excellent way to level up the competition among family members which can make it even more enjoyable.
Divide your family members into teams and see who finishes the word scramble first. The team that wins gets a surprise gift that they can open at midnight!
You can also make the New Year’s Eve word scramble more interactive and engaging by adding your favorite holiday-themed snacks and drinks to the game. You could start by having a few tasty treats, such as chocolate and popcorn, to help keep the brain’s energy up, and then enjoy some festive non-alcoholic drinks together. This will keep everyone festive and encourage healthy competition.
Free Printable New Year’s Eve Word Scramble
I have created a colored and black and white version of this New Year’s Eve word scramble for you with words related to New Year’s Eve, such as “Midnight” etc. You can choose which one works best for your family.
There is an answer key included, so you can check your answers and see who solved the puzzle correctly.
Now, if you’re ready to start playing, just click on the link below for a free printable version of the New Year’s Eve word scramble. You can print as many copies as you need depending on the number of players. Have fun and enjoy this simple yet entertaining game with your loved ones!
If you are looking for more activities to do on New Year’s Eve, check out my New Year’s Quotes coloring pages in my shop and be sure to check out more of my free printable games.
In conclusion, New Year’s Eve is among the most special times of the year that can be made even more enjoyable with the addition of a fun and engaging game. This free printable word scramble is a perfect activity for all ages and can bring your family closer together during this holiday season. As you work to unscramble the letters of the words, you’ll strengthen your brain’s ability and learn some new vocabulary, which is a great way to spend your New Year’s Eve night. This New Year’s Eve, celebrate with your family by printing out this free word scramble and create lasting holiday memories together. So, gather your supplies, get ready to challenge your loved ones, and have a blast solving this New Year’s Eve word scramble together! Happy New Year!