How Do You Play Hangman To Help Teach Reading And Spelling?
Hangman is a fun game that you can use to sneak learning into playtime with your kids. Because hangman has simple rules and only requires paper and a pencil, you can play hangman on the run, such as in the car or waiting in line at the bank. This article will get you started playing hangman as a learning tool! Consider your child’s spelling/reading level. Gather some ideas about words your child spells well, and words he stumbles over. Does your child have a weekly spelling list or vocabulary worksheet from school? Did he bring a textbook home with new history words? Consider your child’s interests. Besides words used at school, think about terms used in her hobbies. Possible ideas might include soccer, outer space, sharks, dinosaurs, and animals. Be creative! Consider silliness. Make every third or fifth word silly to keep your child interested. Depending on the age group, mild bathroom humor can be helpful. Think of a word. Write down a horizontal line for each letter, and draw the s
