Games That Use Random Letters
Scattergories: Spin for the letter, then race to fill categories starting with that letter. First person to complete all categories wins the round.
Name Game: Spin for a letter. Everyone must say a name starting with that letter within 5 seconds. Miss it and you're out.
Word Builder: Each player spins 5 times. Use the letters you land on to build the longest possible word.
For Teachers
📚 Vocabulary practice
Spin for a letter, students must write 5 words starting with that letter in 60 seconds.
🔊 Phonics (kids)
Spin for a letter, students say a word and the sound the letter makes.
🏆 Spelling bee
Spin to pick the starting letter, then give a word starting with that letter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the wheel have all 26 letters?▾
Yes — A through Z, all equally weighted.
Can I remove vowels for harder games?▾
Customize the wheel to remove A, E, I, O, U for a consonants-only challenge.
What's the best use for this in class?▾
Scattergories-style games where students race to list words by category starting with the spun letter. Works for any age group.