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Overview

The phrase 'Be My Valentine' contains the names of at least three creatures: 'ant', 'bee', and 'mite'.

It also hides three body parts: 'eye', 'limb', and 'nail'.

What else can you find?

ABOUT THIS FREE RESOURCE

Put your tween's vocabulary skills to the test with this word jumble challenge.

The objective of this game is simple: create as many distinct new words as possible using some (or all!) of the letters found in the phrase 'Be My Valentine'.

(Hint: There are over 100 possible words hiding in there!)

PUZZLE STATS, RULES & INFO

• Over 100 words to be made from the letters of the phrase ‘Be My Valentine’
• Words must be at least 2 letters long
• Solutions cannot involve letters that are NOT in the Available Letter box (e.g. TINT would not be accepted as there is only one T in the Available Letter box)
• Age-appropriate puzzle solutions are included in the PDF
• Both puzzle & solution can be printed with either colour accents or in ink-friendly greyscale

SUITABLE FOR

• Broadening vocabulary, reinforcing spelling patterns, & encouraging lateral thinking
• Settler, competitive class challenge, homework, tutoring, or home learning
• Quick, themed vocabulary-adjacent activity for a session on Valentine's Day

SUGGESTED AGE GROUPS

• Ages: 11-12, 12-13
• Years: 7 & 8
• Key Stages: KS3

KINDLY NOTE

The years and ages listed above are intended as recommendations only. Please feel free to use this puzzle in any context that is appropriate to your needs.