Word Decoder
Match words and pictures to build reading fluency.
Word Decoder at a glance.
"Word Decoder" is a captivating educational game that aims to elevate children's reading fluency in a fun and engaging way. Through its dynamic interface, the game seamlessly integrates words and pictures to create a holistic learning experience. In Receptive Mode, children embark on a quest to pair words with their corresponding images. This interactive approach not only enriches vocabulary but also enhances spelling skills and nurtures comprehension abilities.
- Ages
- K to 3rd grade
- Languages
- English
Up to 4 students, each with their own targets.
- Pick up to 4 students and choose Word Decoder.
- Set it up for each student and the level or categories you want.
- Score each answer C, A or W on the student’s card, or let the tap score itself where the student picks the answer.
- See progress by goal and by area, and copy a ready summary into your progress note.
Pairs well with Word Decoder.
Beginning Sounds
Find the first sound of each word, one of the first steps toward reading.
Letter Names
Hear a letter sound and pick the matching letter, with 2 to 4 choices.
Decoding Room
Help Frankenstein's monster blend syllables and sounds into words.
Rhyming Identification
Listen to two words and decide: do they rhyme?
Rhyming Match
Listen to 7 words and find the 4 that rhyme.
Sentence Experiment
Listen to sentences and break them into their parts.
Frequently asked questions.
What does Word Decoder work on?
Match words and pictures to build reading fluency. It works on phonological awareness, early language, phonics.
What ages is it for?
K to 3rd grade. You set the level and content for each student, so the same activity can be easier or harder.
Is Word Decoder in Spanish?
Word Decoder is in English. Smarty Ears Online has many activities in Spanish in other areas.
How do I see progress?
Score each answer C, A or W on the student’s card. Every answer goes into the student’s progress page, by goal and by area, with a summary you can copy into a progress note.
Can I use it in teletherapy or with a group?
Yes. Play with up to 4 students at once, each with their own settings and scores, at the table or by sharing the browser tab in Zoom, Teams or Meet.
Which plan includes Word Decoder?
Every plan includes all 90+ activities. Try it free for 14 days; after that Basic Professional is $29 a month.
Try all 90+ activities free for 14 days
All 90+ activities are included in every plan. Then it’s $29 a month.
