Word Hunt
- 2nd–5th grade
- Ages 7–11
- Free, no sign-up
Sixteen letters, two minutes, and as many words as you can find. Your child drags through letters that touch, across, up, down or corner to corner, to make words of three letters or more. Longer words score more, and every grid is checked to hold at least 20 words.
About the game
| Time | 2 minutes, or relax mode with no timer |
|---|---|
| Scoring | 3 letters = 1 point, 4 = 2, 5 = 4, 6+ = 6 |
| After the game | See the words you could have found |
| Sign-up | None. Your best score is saved on your device |
How to play
- Look over the grid. Spot common endings like -ing, -ed and -s.
- Drag through letters. Letters must touch, and each letter can be used once per word.
- Let go to check. Real words turn green and add points.
- Beat your best. 25 points earns three stars. Then see the words you missed.
For parents: what Word Hunt practices
Word Hunt builds spelling, vocabulary and word patterns: kids try endings, swap letters and discover words inside words. It pairs with:
Common Core: L.2.2d, L.3.2f (spelling patterns), L.4.4b (affixes and roots as clues to meaning).
Getting the most out of it
- Look for -s, -ed and -ing to turn one word into two or three.
- Find a short word, then add a letter.
- Play relax mode first, then try to beat your timed score.
Games are best as a reward or a warm-up, not the main lesson. Ten minutes of play after a short lesson works better than an hour of play on its own.
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Last reviewed: November 11, 2026
Questions parents ask
Is this like Boggle?
Yes, it uses the same idea of a 4x4 letter grid with touching letters, with a word list made for kids.
Which words count?
Common English words of three letters or more. We left out rude words and most names.
Is this game free?
Yes. Every game on English1to5 is free, with no ads, no sign-up and no in-game purchases.
Does the game collect any information about my child?
No. There are no accounts. Progress and scores are saved only in your browser on your own device. See our privacy policy.