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Manage Word Sets

Your custom sets

Add / Edit set

💡 Custom words work in all game modes - Listen & Pick, Type & Spell, and Word Search!

Remote source (optional)

If present, the app will also try /wordsets.json from your website root.
You can also set a full URL below.

Active sets (read-only)

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TrickyWords is completely free – all 896 words, all game modes, no ads, no premium tiers.

Built by a parent who believes every child deserves access to learning tools.

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About TrickyWords

TrickyWords was created by a parent who wanted to help their daughter on her journey to being a confident reader. It's a completely free, interactive learning game designed to help children master sight words and tricky words through engaging gameplay.

Features

  • Completely Free: All 896 words, all game modes, no ads, no premium tiers
  • UK Curriculum Aligned: Work in sync with school learning objectives
  • Three Learning Modes: Listen & Pick, Type & Spell, or Word Search
  • Reward System: Earn stickers and badges as you learn
  • Custom Word Lists: Create your own practice lists - perfect for weekly spelling tests
  • Printable Worksheets: Free Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check worksheets for all word sets

Perfect for Key Stage 1 learners practicing phonics and high-frequency words, and older children practicing weekly spellings.

If TrickyWords has helped your family, consider supporting the project ☕

Contact Us

We'd love to hear from you! Whether you have questions, feedback, or need support, please get in touch.

📧 Email: support@trickywords.fun

🌐 Website: www.trickywords.fun

We typically respond within 24 hours during business days.

Word Lists

View and print word lists for practice at home or school.