This Teacher Appreciation Week word search is designed for K–5 students and aligned to Georgia, Common Core, New Jersey, North Carolina, and Michigan ELA vocabulary standards. Three grade-differentiated versions (K–1, 2nd–3rd, and 4th–5th) give every classroom a meaningful way to honor their teachers while building vocabulary skills. Students explore definitions of words like dedication, empathy, resilience, and mentorship; terms that spark meaningful conversation about what educators do every day. Perfect for May bulletin boards, morning meeting activities, or a quick indoor recess game during Teacher Appreciation Week.