Spelling games
Word Mine turns spelling into digging, with clues from definitions, synonyms and sentences. Layers get harder, from double letters to silent letters and ough.
Grammar and SPaG games
Three games practise grammar and punctuation by doing, not by reading rules. They match what the KS2 SATs grammar paper tests.
Grammar Factory PRO
Pick the option that makes each sentence right as the crate rolls past.
Sentence Surgeon PRO
Pick a tool and fix the broken word or punctuation in each sentence.
Sentence Railway PRO
Load the word carriages in order and flip the points in time.
Every level, in the free Pip app
Every game unlocks level by level in the Pip app, and adapts to how your child is doing.
Vocabulary and word meaning games
Three games build vocabulary at different levels. Word Orchard is calm and everyday, Word Tower teaches shades of meaning, and Vocab Fishing reaches 11+ words.
Word Orchard FREE
Tap the apple with the right word to grow your orchard.
Word Tower FREE
Stack synonyms in order of strength before the tower wobbles over.
Vocab Fishing FREE
Read the clue, then hook the fish carrying the right word before the shark does.
Homophones, prefixes and suffixes
Two games tackle the spellings that trip children up most. Homophone Heist covers there, their and they’re, and Word Alchemy covers prefixes and suffixes.
Homophone Heist PRO
Sneak to each laser gate and pick the homophone that fits the gap.
Word Alchemy PRO
Drop prefixes, base words and suffixes in the cauldron to brew new words.
Which English game for which year group?
A guide only, because every game adapts to the child. Start with the skill your child finds hardest.
| Year group | Good games to start with |
|---|---|
| Year 3 | Word Orchard, Homophone Heist, Word Tower |
| Year 4 | Word Mine, Grammar Factory, Sentence Railway, Word Alchemy |
| Year 5 | Sentence Surgeon, Vocab Fishing, Word Alchemy |
| Year 6 | Sentence Surgeon, Grammar Factory, Vocab Fishing |
Literacy games KS2 children can use at home and in class
Literacy games for kids work best when they are short and focused on one skill. Use one game a day as a warm-up before reading or homework.
In class, put a demo on the whiteboard and let the room vote on each answer. Reading games KS2 teachers like most are the ones that spark talk about why an answer is right.
English games FAQs
What are good literacy games for kids?+
Games that practise spelling, grammar or vocabulary in context and adapt to the child. Pip’s nine English games cover all three.
How can I help my child with spelling at home?+
Little and often, a few words a day, with the tricky part spotted. Word Mine and Homophone Heist turn that into a game.
What is SPaG in KS2?+
SPaG means spelling, punctuation and grammar. Year 6 children sit a SPaG paper as part of the KS2 SATs.
Are there free English games for KS2?+
Yes. Vocab Fishing, Word Orchard and Word Tower are free in the Pip app, and every English game has a free one-minute demo here.
What are literacy games KS2?+
Literacy games KS2 children play practise reading, spelling, grammar and vocabulary. They work best alongside daily reading.
Do English games help with the 11+?+
Yes, for vocabulary, spelling and grammar, which all appear in 11+ English and verbal reasoning papers.
More games
Explore the rest of the arcade, or try free practice questions.
- Maths Games KS2
- Times Tables Games KS2
- The KS2 Games Arcade
- 11+ English questions
- SPaG resources
- Interactive SPaG map
- KS2 SATs practice
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