English Word Builder

How to play

1. Choose Starter (4 columns, 3-letter words, slower) or Fast (5 columns, 3–4 letter words).
2. A target word and picture appear; tap the speaker to hear it.
3. Move each falling letter left or right and drop it to spell the word.
4. Finished words clear; the game ends when the board is full.

Words in this game

Starter mode (3-letter words)

cat, dog, sun, hat, pig, bus, cup, bed, fox, cow, hen, car, egg, bag, bee, box, ant, pen, mom, dad

Fast mode adds (4-letter words)

duck, frog, cake, star, book, fish, milk, tree, bird, moon, lion, bear

What you practice

• Spelling
• Letter order
• Listening

For teachers

• Good for learners who know their letters; the class calls out "left" or "right".
• Hints show the right column; switch them off for a challenge.

At home or with a helper

• Start with Starter mode and the hints on.
• A puzzle game: stop while it is still fun.

Related

• Free English spelling games
• Spell It!
• Letter Island
• Letter Trace
• Teaching children to read their first English words

Questions

How many words?

20 three-letter words in Starter mode, plus 12 four-letter words in Fast mode.

Is it free?

Yes, free with no account.

What is the difference between Starter and Fast?

Starter has 4 columns, 3-letter words and a slower pace. Fast has 5 columns and 3- and 4-letter words.

What are the hints?

Hints show the column where the falling letter should go. Turn them off for a challenge.

When does the game end?

When the board is full. Finished words clear from the board.

Do I need an account?

No. There is nothing to sign up for. Progress is saved on the device you play on.

Does it work without internet?

Supported games can be played offline after a successful first visit. Speech recognition may still need internet; manual continuation is available.

Do I need help to start?

No. If someone is learning with you, try the first session together so you can see how it works. After that you can play alone.