Learn through play · ages 3–6
Basic Words
Learn nine useful everyday words with clear real-looking pictures and friendly listening, choosing and matching games.
About Basic Words
Basic Words is a guided learning game that helps children practise basic-words in short, manageable stages. Children can look, listen, answer and try again without time pressure.
Game features
- 9 clear picture activities with child-friendly pictures
- 3 short learning stages that build confidence gradually
- Friendly audio prompts, gentle retries, stars and positive feedback
- A focused 16-minute activity with no timer or fail state
How to play and learn
- Look at each everyday object and say its word.
- Listen to a short sentence about what the object is or does.
- Match each written word with its picture.
- Listen for a word and find the correct object.
For a calm learning session, complete one stage at a time and repeat a favourite activity on another day.
Benefits for kids
- Recognise nine useful everyday words.
- Connect spoken and written words with clear object pictures.
- Understand each word through a short, meaningful sentence.
- Build listening, matching and early vocabulary skills.
Frequently asked questions
What age is Basic Words for?
Basic Words is designed for ages 3–6. An adult can help younger children with the first round.
Does it need a download?
No. The activity runs in a modern web browser on a phone, tablet or computer.
How long does one session take?
A complete session takes about 16 minutes, and children can pause between stages.
How should adults help?
Let the child look, listen and try first. If they need help, say the prompt slowly and name or describe the picture together.
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Ready to learn?
Open Basic Words and begin with the first friendly activity.
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