Chicktionary for iPad – A Tool for Spelling

Chicktionary is a game-based spelling app with a barnyard theme that presents users with seven letters from which they are to create words. Points are scored upon successful creation of a word, based on its length of three to seven letters. At the end of a game, users have the option to view all words that could have been created with the group of letters. This app allows users to choose between timed and untimed games.  Lastly, users are able to pause the game and return at a later time.

Instructional Ideas for Chicktionary

1. Students can use Chicktionary to practice spelling.
2. Teachers can use Chicktionary as an incentive by allowing students to play it after completing their work.
3. Teachers can maintain a list of high Chicktionary scores earned throughout the year as a competition-based motivator for students.
4. After the game, students can view all the words that could have been spelled with the letters. Teachers can then have students select 3-5 words that they do not know and define them. Finally, students can then create digital flashcards using Quizlet to learn them!

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