Starting Words — Learn to Spell English Words One Word at a Time

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Education · Spelling Practice · Free on the App Store

Starting Words

Learn to spell English words—one word at a time.

Drag letters into place, hear each word spoken aloud, collect stickers, earn stars, and build a daily habit that makes spelling click.

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5.0 ★ rating · Free to download · Designed for iPhone & iPad · Data Not Collected

Inside the app

Drag letters · Hear words · Collect stickers · Keep your streak

Spelling practice that feels like play

Starting Words helps kids and beginners learn to spell everyday English words with clear visuals, spoken audio, and simple drag-and-drop controls. Practice one word at a time—so every session feels doable, encouraging, and worth coming back to.

Whether you’re learning English for the first time or brushing up the basics, Starting Words turns spelling into a confidence-building habit.

What you’ll do

Drag & drop letters

Spell real English words by placing letters in the right order.

Hear words spoken aloud

Connect sound and spelling so new vocabulary sticks.

Collect word stickers

Celebrate progress as you master new words.

Earn stars & achievements

Get motivating feedback for clean, confident spellings.

Daily Challenge & streaks

Keep the habit going with short sessions that fit busy days.

Word length & Missing Letters modes

Practice the way that works best—from starter words to tougher challenges.

Why it works

  • Focused sessions that fit into a busy day
  • Encouraging feedback that keeps motivation high
  • Visible progress with stickers, stars, streaks, and badges
  • A simple layout that stays out of the way so learning comes first

Loved by early learners and families

Starting Words currently holds a 5.0-star App Store rating. Parents and caregivers describe it as fun and helpful for younger kids learning to spell.

“This looks like fun for younger kids learning to spell. Looking forward to seeing more options and letting my nephew play this.” — App Store review

Get started in three steps

  1. Download Starting Words free from the App Store.
  2. Pick a word and drag letters into place while listening to the spoken prompt.
  3. Earn rewards—stickers, stars, achievements, and daily streaks that keep practice going.

App details

  • Category: Education
  • Developer: Curtis Fischer
  • Price: Free
  • Compatibility: iPhone & iPad (requires iOS/iPadOS 18.0 or later)
  • Language: English
  • Age rating: 4+
  • Privacy: Data Not Collected
Starting Words

Ready to start spelling with confidence?

Download Starting Words and turn everyday English vocabulary into a habit you’ll want to keep.

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Starting Words · Education · Developed by Curtis Fischer
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