Reading and Writing Games

Reading and Writing Games for Kids

Reading and writing well takes practice, and practice works best when it's fun. In this category we bring together online reading and writing games designed for kids who are just starting to read and for those already strengthening their spelling. They're all free and open right in the browser on your computer, tablet or phone.

The little ones can play with the Syllable Game, which invites them to form words by joining pieces, or with Complete the Words, where you have to find the missing letter. To practice handwriting there's Online Handwriting Exercises, with letters and numbers. Students in higher grades will find Oxytone, Paroxytone and Proparoxytone Words to practice accent marks, a Values Crossword and a Morse Code game that turns reading into a little mystery.

Skills They Practice

• Syllabic and phonological awareness.
• Spelling and accent rules.
• Vocabulary and word comprehension.
• Alphabetical order and dictionary use.

For families and teachers, these games reinforce what kids learn in language class. The syllable and letter games suit children aged 5 to 7, while the accent and crossword games work best from age 8. A short round each day helps kids gain confidence without feeling like they're doing homework.

Choose a game based on age and goal, and let every right answer build confidence. Learning to read and write can be a game too!