Looking for a fun and visual way to teach transport vocabulary in English? You're in the right place! In this post, I'm excited to share a brand-new printable resource designed especially for young English learners. This free download includes three colorful vocabulary charts and three types of word-to-picture matching worksheets to help children learn and remember the names of 72 different means of transport.
Whether you're teaching in a classroom or working with students online, these printer-ready PDF worksheets are perfect for expanding your students’ vocabulary in a meaningful and engaging way. With clear illustrations and a variety of matching exercises, this set supports both visual learning and active recall, two essential strategies for language acquisition.
List of Transport Vocabulary Words Included in This Set
This free printable vocabulary pack features a total of 72 transport-related words organized by category: land, water, air, and space transport. Each word is paired with a clear, child-friendly illustration, making it easy for young ESL and EFL learners to understand and remember. British English alternatives are marked with a small UK flag in the charts to support teachers working in international classrooms.
Here’s the complete list of transport vocabulary words included in this project:
🚗 Land Transport
- Pack animal
- Riding animal
- Cart
- Wheelbarrow
- Wagon
- Rickshaw
- Carriage
- Inline skates (rollerblades)
- Skateboard
- Stroller (pram
) - Tricycle
- Bicycle
- Monowheel
- Segway
- Scooter (motor scooter)
- Kick scooter
- Sled (skid, sledge, sleigh)
- Snowmobile
- Quad bike (ATV)
- Golf cart
- Motorcycle (motorbike )
- Sidecar
- Car
- Taxi (cab)
- Ambulance
- Van
- Minibus
- Bus / coach
- Campervan (RV)
- Trolleybus (trolley)
- Tram
- Subway (underground )
- Train
- Funicular
- Monorail
- Truck (lorry )
- Fire engine / fire truck
- Tow truck
- Dump truck
- Haul truck
- Cement mixer truck
- Tanker truck (tank truck)
- Forklift
- Tractor
- Armored personnel carrier (APC)
- Tank
🚢 Water Transport
- Raft
- Boat
- Rowing boat
- Canoe
- Kayak
- Sailboat
- Water scooter (jet ski)
- Motorboat
- Hovercraft
- Ship
- Ferry
- Yacht
- Cruise ship
- Submarine (sub)
✈️ Air Transport
- Hang glider
- Hot air balloon
- Aerial lift / aerial tram (cable car )
- Drone (UAV)
- Autogyro
- Helicopter
- Airplane
- Zeppelin (blimp, airship)
- Fighter jet
🚀 Space Transport
- Space rover
- Space capsule
- Spacecraft
This rich and diverse vocabulary set ensures your students will get exposure to everything from everyday vehicles to more advanced and unusual forms of transport. It’s perfect for themed units, vocabulary review, or visual word walls in the classroom!
Three Types of Transport Vocabulary Matching Worksheets
To help young learners confidently memorize and recall the 72 illustrated transport words, I’ve created three types of engaging matching worksheets. Each worksheet type is designed to reinforce vocabulary through visual support and active participation—perfect for ESL and EFL classrooms or home learning.
Word-to-Picture Matching with Lines
Choosing the Correct Word Under a Picture
Selecting the Correct Picture Out of Three Options
In this activity, children are asked to draw lines connecting each transport word to its corresponding picture. This format encourages visual association and word recognition while strengthening spelling and reading skills. It’s an excellent starting point for introducing new vocabulary in a non-intimidating and playful way.
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| There are 23 such word-to-picture matching worksheets in the transport vocabulary set. |
Each picture is followed by two word options, and students must check the correct one. This format not only tests recognition but also boosts confidence by offering a binary choice. It’s especially helpful for early learners who are still getting familiar with the spelling and pronunciation of transport vocabulary.
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In this worksheet type, children read a transport word and choose the correct image from a set of three options. This format flips the previous exercise and focuses on comprehension. It trains learners to visualize the vocabulary word and accurately identify its visual representation—key for developing strong language-processing skills.
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| There are 15 such multiple choice word-to-picture matching worksheets in the transport vocabulary set. |
Each worksheet complements the illustrated vocabulary charts and allows repetition without monotony. These printable exercises provide visual reinforcement and give learners the opportunity to practice identifying and remembering new words in multiple ways.
How to Use These Transport Vocabulary Materials in the Classroom or at Home
These printable vocabulary resources are flexible and easy to use, making them ideal for busy teachers and parents working with young English learners. Whether you're introducing the topic of transport for the first time or reviewing vocabulary during a thematic unit, here are a few ideas on how to make the most of this free set:
Start with the Illustrated Vocabulary Charts
Begin by introducing the 72 transport words using the colorful vocabulary charts. You can display them on a screen, print them as posters, or distribute them as individual handouts. These visuals provide context and spark interest—great for warm-up discussions or vocabulary presentations.
Incorporate the Worksheets into Lessons
Use the three types of matching worksheets to reinforce the vocabulary:
- As individual or group work to assess understanding after the vocabulary presentation.
- As a literacy center activity where students rotate through different vocabulary challenges.
- As early finisher tasks or quick review sheets during transition times.
Combine with Speaking and Listening Practice
Once learners are familiar with the words, try calling out a word and having students point to the image or say what it is in their first language. You can also reverse it—show an image and ask students to say the word in English. This turns passive recognition into active recall.
Assign as Homework or Distance Learning Tasks
These printer-friendly PDFs are also perfect for home practice. Send home a worksheet after each lesson or share the whole set for self-paced learning. Parents can assist with pronunciation and encourage their children to talk about the transport they see in their daily life.
Use for Thematic Vocabulary Projects
These materials work well as part of a broader transportation theme in your curriculum. You can pair them with songs, books, role-playing games (e.g., “What’s your favorite way to travel?”), or even real-world outings like field trips or neighborhood walks to spot various types of transport.
To make your lessons even more engaging, pair this printable vocabulary set with the transport song for children already available on my blog. The catchy tune introduces common means of transport in a playful, memorable way—perfect for reinforcing the vocabulary through music and movement.
Download Your Free Transport Vocabulary Charts and Worksheets
Ready to bring some movement and excitement into your vocabulary lessons? You can download all the materials from this post as printer-ready PDF files—completely free! The set includes:
- 3 colorful illustrated vocabulary charts (72 transport words in total).
- 3 types of matching worksheets to help your learners practice and remember the words: connect words to pictures worksheets, binary choice word-to-picture matching worksheets, multiple choice word-to-picture matching worksheets.
If you find this resource helpful, please consider sharing this post with fellow teachers or leaving a comment below—I'd love to hear how you're using the materials! And don’t forget to explore my other free vocabulary sets and printable resources for young ESL and EFL learners.
Happy teaching!
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