Astronomy Word Search
This Astronomy word search hides 9 science words in the grid. Find them all online for free or download it as an image and PDF to print, with the answer key.
Words and definitions
- SUPERNOVA — The explosion of a star at the end of its life.
- TELESCOPE — Instrument for viewing distant objects in the sky.
- ASTEROID — Rock orbiting the Sun, between Mars and Jupiter.
- ECLIPSE — One body hiding another, like the Moon covering the Sun.
- PLANET — A large body orbiting a star, like Earth.
- GALAXY — A vast system of stars, gas and dust.
- NEBULA — A cloud of gas and dust in space.
- ORBIT — The path of a body around another.
- COMET — Icy body that grows a tail near the Sun.
FAQ
How do you play the Astronomy word search?
Drag your cursor or finger over the letters to mark each hidden word; they can appear horizontally, vertically and diagonally.
Can I print this Astronomy word search for free?
Yes. The download buttons give you the image and a printable PDF, plus a PDF with the answer key.
Is it good for kids and the classroom?
Yes, it's a free word game with no sign-up, great for kids, the classroom or practising science in Spanish and English.