Spelling & Word Play Apps
Chicktionary
Compatible with iPad
Cost: Free
Students unscramble the letters to create as many words as they can. It is a great way to reinforce spelling and sight words.
Chicktionary Coop – A Multiplayer Word Game
Compatible with iPad
Cost: Free
More great word spelling fun with this unscramble game. Students can customize their coop for added fun! Be sure to disable in-app purchases though, as they are available.
Bluster
Compatible with iPad
Cost: Free
This app has one of the neatest features – multi-user play at the same time. Tackle vocabulary and word meaning with this free iPad app.
Jumbo Wordsearch
Compatible with iPad
Cost: Free
Break out the wordsearch puzzles with this full-screen app for the iPad. Students can choose the level and difficulty to make sure they are searching for words that are appropriate for them.
HearNSpell
Compatible with iPhone
Cost: $1.99
Let students practice their weekly spelling words with this kid-oriented app that even speaks using the word in a sentence. If a word is missed, the app automatically adds it back in to the rotation.
Spelling Bug
Compatible with iPad and iPhone
Cost: Free
Designed with preschool and kindergarten students in mind, this app helps build basic vocabulary and spelling of a variety of words. It could alternately be used with ESL/ELL students as it addresses basic vocabulary.
Speaking Spelling Bee
Compatible with iPad, iPhone, iPod touch
Cost: Free
With over 5000 words available, this app makes spelling word practice a breeze. Have a spelling bee between students during center time, encourage children to practice at home, or introduce parents to the app for a night of family game fun. The app can be used by everyone from the newest kindergarten student to adults.
Vocabador
Compatible with iPad, iPhone, iPod touch
Cost: $1.99
Are your high school students studying for the SATs? Break out the Vocabador app and let vocabulary take on a unique twist. Not only is the word available on the screen, but there is also audio pronunciation. It is a fun way to practice those SAT vocabulary words!
JaxWillis23 says
When I was a kid it was kind of strange to even use computers in a school. It’s amazing how far technology has advanced now. I couldn’t imagine having my teacher using apps to help us learn. I think it will be really interesting to see the way things are when my kids are in school and learning. It could definitely make a huge difference in the learning.