Hangman Game
Guess the word one letter at a time. Great for spelling practice on a screen or projector.
About Hangman
A classic spelling game with five word themes and a choice of short or long words. Students guess letters by clicking or typing on a keyboard. After seven wrong guesses the stick figure is complete and the word is revealed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I type letters on the keyboard?
Yes. Press any letter key to guess it, or click the on-screen letters.
Can I use my own words?
Not in Hangman. It uses its own word lists (about 100 words). For your own spelling list, use the Missing Letters or Bingo tools.
How do I play as a class?
Show the game on a projector, let teams take turns choosing a letter, and award a point when the word is guessed.
Teacher's guide to Hangman
Play this free hangman game online with kids or a whole class. Pick a word theme, guess letters by clicking or typing, and try to solve the word before the stick figure is finished. It is a quick, no-prep spelling game.
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How to use it
- Choose a word theme (Mixed, Animals, Space, School, Food or Nature) and a word length.
- Click letters on screen or type them on the keyboard.
- A correct letter fills the blanks; seven wrong guesses end the game and reveal the word.
- Press New Word to play again.
Classroom ideas
- Project it and let teams take turns choosing letters.
- Use short words with younger children and long words for stretch.
- Follow the game with a Missing Letters sheet on the same theme.
Class activities that use this tool
- Spelling Hangman Warm-Up 10 min · A five-minute whole-class hangman game that rehearses spelling patterns and letter frequency.
- Classroom Game Stations Rotation 40 min · A 40-minute rotation through four game stations that mixes logic, spelling and teamwork.
Common questions about the hangman
Is the hangman game free?
Yes. It is free with no sign-up.
How many wrong guesses are allowed?
Seven. After that the figure is complete and the word is shown.
Can I choose the words?
You can choose a theme and word length. Hangman uses its built-in word lists rather than custom words.
Can I play with the keyboard?
Yes. Type letters on a keyboard or click the letters on screen.