Word Tag - Fun & educational gameplay

APP at glance

From the acclaimed creators at Mrs Wordsmith, we introduce Word Tag: a thrilling new video game so enjoyable and captivating, your child won't want to stop! As they engage in play, you'll find yourself agreeing to "just 5 more minutes."Word Tag merges innovative game design, educational principles, and engaging gameplay to help children enhance their vocabulary and grow into confident readers, dedicating only 20 minutes per day. This proven framework utilizes entertaining minigames, providing kids with the necessary repetition to firmly grasp vocabulary in manageable segments. Starting from day one, you’ll be able to monitor your child's learning through their individual progress report, detailing everything from syllables and synonyms to pop quizzes and contextual word games!Which is designed for children aged 7-13, this program supports up to four custom child profiles along with progress reports, and it’s completely free from advertisements.

Functions

-- Approved by KidSAFE Coppa, it offers quality screen time.It experience the app that guarantees fun, learning, and gameplay! Your children can enhance their vocabulary significantly, learning up to 1,000 new words each year with just 20 minutes of playtime daily.

-- While it may seem like just fun and games, it acts as an effective learning tool supported by scientific research! Games capture our focus because they provide interactive experiences. When engaged, our capacity to learn increases.

-- The instantaneous feedback, rewards, and satisfaction derived from games create a revolutionary approach to learning.

-- To ensure proper educational methods were infused into the game, we sought assistance from literacy specialists to develop our distinctive game-based learning model. We are thankful for the expert insights provided by Susan Neuman (Professor of Early Childhood and Literacy Education, NYU), Ted Briscoe (Professor of Computational Linguistics, University of Cambridge), and Emma Madden (Headteacher at Fox Primary, one of the leading UK schools).

Spaced Repetition in Word Tag: Learning Vocabulary Through Four Games

~ Word Tag employs spaced repetition for vocabulary acquisition, which is a key aspect of the Science of Reading framework. This technique is widely recognized as the most efficient way to adopt new words. It involves repeated exposure to the same term over a series of concise, targeted sessions, ensuring vocabulary is committed to long-term memory and enhancing reading comprehension. Children will engage with the same word eight times across four distinct games

- Word Jumble: In this game, kids unscramble jumbled syllables to unlock definitions and learn about the meaning, spelling, and pronunciation of each new term.

- Word Pairs: This game fortifies understanding by exploring synonyms and related word pairs.

- Words in Context: A sentence-building game that allows children to apply words in context by selecting the appropriate term to complete a sentence.

- Pop Quiz: This fast-paced game helps reinforce previously learned material as kids select synonyms and word pairs for various terms in a quick-fire format.

~ The sequence of the minigames in Word Tag is meticulously organized, with each mini-game expanding on the child’s comprehension of a word. We combined essential elements that make a game enjoyable (like rewards, exciting challenges, and a vibrant environment to explore) with research findings on how to enhance learning. 

Customized Vocabulary Lists in Word Tag for Children

- Terms related to creative writing and literature

- Academic vocabulary sourced from the Lexile database

- Relevant US examination vocabulary (including SSAT, SAT)

- Relevant UK examination vocabulary (including KS1/KS2 SATs, ISEB 11+)

- Uplifting and motivational words

- STEAM-related terminology (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics)

FAQS

What ages is Word Tag for?

--Recommended for ages 7–12. However, there is no strict limit — any child with the reading ability and motor skills can enjoy it.

How is Word Tag educational?

--Kids learn new words in bite-sized batches, which is more effective than large chunks.

--Words are repeated across different activities, reinforcing meaning, spelling, pronunciation, and context.

--Vocabulary growth is the mechanism for progression: collecting words unlocks new levels, prizes, and exploration.

--The fun gameplay triggers positive reinforcement, keeping kids motivated to return and learn more.

Is Word Tag a paid app?

--Offers a 7-day free trial.

--After that, a monthly subscription is required (price varies by currency).

--Discount available for annual subscription.

The Stars of the Show

Characters that guide the learning journey:

Bogart, Stax, Grit, Brick, Oz, Yang, Armie, Yin, Bearnice, Roxy, Plato, Wolfgang

Why You'll Let Them Play a Little Longer

--Proven to increase vocabulary scores by 43%

--Learn up to 1,460 words a year

--Improves reading age and comprehension

--Builds emotional intelligence and self-expression

--Pedagogically-driven missions and mini-games

--Supports up to 4 users per account

How Do They Learn?

Word Jumble

--Arrange jumbled letters to learn spelling and pronunciation.

--See a kid-friendly definition introducing the word’s meaning.

Words in Context

--Choose the correct word to complete engaging sentences from different genres.

Word Tag Combines Game-Based Learning and Fun

--Expertly developed missions + sound pedagogy + fun gameplay.

--Kids learn plenty of new words while enjoying themselves.

--Game-based learning makes vocabulary acquisition effective and enjoyable.

Keep Track of Their Learning

--Newly mastered words are stored in the child’s Word Bank.

--Families are encouraged to use these words in daily conversations.

--Progress Reports show which words are ready to be added into real-life usage.

Watch Your Child’s Progress in Real-Time

The Progress Report tracks:

--New words learned

--Activities completed

--Rewards earned (stars, coins, gears)

--Parents can monitor progress right from the first session.