Download and print this free Garfield word search — 15 hidden words from the world of the lasagna-loving, Monday-hating orange cat. It’s a free PDF with the answer key included, sized for standard printer paper and ready for comic fans, classroom free time, or a lazy Sunday that Garfield himself would approve of.
The word list is easy-to-medium: quick wins like CAT, NAP, and FOOD keep it moving, while ODIE, LASAGNA, and SARCASM reward readers who actually know the STRIP. It suits solvers from about 7 up — and anyone who has ever felt personally attacked by a Monday.
The 15 Words in This Puzzle
Every word comes straight from the comic: Garfield’s long-suffering owner JON, his slobbery housemate ODIE, the endless NAPs, the GRUMPY one-liners, and of course the LASAGNA. Here’s the full word bank you’ll be hunting for:
- CARTOON
- CAT
- COMIC
- FOOD
- GRUMPY
- JON
- LASAGNA
- LAZY
- MONDAYS
- NAP
- ODIE
- ORANGE
- PAWS
- SARCASM
- STRIP
How to Print This Puzzle
Click the puzzle above to open the free PDF, then print it on standard letter or A4 paper. The download includes two pages: the puzzle itself and a full answer key with every word highlighted, so you can check your work (or sneak a peek if one word refuses to be found).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this word search free to print?
Yes — the Garfield word search is completely free. Print as many copies as you like for home, classroom, or a comics-themed classroom activity.
Does it come with an answer key?
Yes. The PDF includes the answer key on the second page, with all 15 hidden words highlighted in the grid.
What age is this puzzle good for?
Ages 7 and up solve it comfortably. The words are short and familiar, and the theme lands with anyone who has read a Garfield strip — which is basically everyone.
More Free Word Searches
If character puzzles are your thing, try the Hello Kitty word search or the anime word search next, or browse the full movies and TV collection. Younger solvers can keep going with our word searches for kids, and the whole library lives in our printable word searches hub. Or put your own cat’s name in a grid with the free word search maker.