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Top 8 Word Games for Younger Elementary Children

by Kimberly L. Keith
for About.com

A collection of games that reinforce word learning skills for younger elementary kids.

1. My Word Jr.

Jr. version of the party game, ages 7+
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2. A to Z Jr.

Use the letters of the alphabet to list words in a category, ages 5+

3. Reading Rods Phonics Activity Sets

A portable learning game that Dr. Toy recommends in Best Vacation Toys
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4. Apples to Apples Jr.

Reinforces word meaning skills, ages 7+
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5. Boggle Jr.

Build words from pictures, two levels, very easy.
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6. Word Rummy

Players use alphabet cards to build words, ages 7+
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7. 4-Way Spelldown!

Build words with dice and game board, ages 6+
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8. Spellominoes

Make words with beginning sounds and word endings, educational card game.

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