Printable Word Scramble Generator

Printable Word Scramble Puzzle Generator for Activity Books

Create professional word scramble puzzles for children's activity books, vocabulary worksheets, or classroom printables in seconds. Choose from seven themed word lists — Animals, Food, Space, Ocean, Christmas, School, and Sports — or enter your own custom words with optional hints.

Each puzzle randomly selects words from the list and scrambles the letters using the Fisher-Yates shuffle algorithm, ensuring every scramble is different from the original word. Download both the puzzle and solution at 300 DPI — print-ready on US Letter or A4 paper. Add hints and answer blanks for easier puzzles, or turn them off for a real challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the word scramble generator really free?

Yes, 100% free with no limits. Everything runs in your browser — no account, no credits, no watermarks on the puzzle area.

Can I use my own words?

Absolutely. Switch to the Custom Words tab and enter one word per line. You can optionally add hints using the format: WORD | hint text.

How are the letters scrambled?

Letters are shuffled using the Fisher-Yates algorithm. The generator always verifies that the scrambled version is different from the original word.

Can I use these puzzles in a book I sell?

Yes. Puzzles you generate are yours to use commercially — in activity books, worksheets, or any other project.

What are answer blanks?

Answer blanks show underscores (_ _ _ _) for each letter of the original word, giving solvers a visual guide for how many letters the answer has.

What resolution are the downloaded files?

All exports are 300 DPI PNG files sized for the selected page format (US Letter or A4). They are print-ready.