F) Hangman

Aim: To guess a hidden word while developing vocabulary and spelling skills.

How it works :


The user has to guess the hidden word by clicking on the right letters. One can also choose a letter by hitting the corresponding key on the keyboard. A correct guess will show the letter in the appropriate position in the word. An incorrect letter adds a part to the drawing on the left. A chosen letter becomes unavailable.

The object is to complete the word before the drawing is completed.

The right-hand lower picture is a hint as to what type of word it is. The left-hand lower number indicates the performance of the player. Two more hints are available, by clicking on the corresponding button.

If a letter appears twice or more often in a word, all are shown in the proper position.

The horizontal cylinder fills to the right with every correct word, and to the left with incorrect ones. Reaching either end stops the game. When you see a little hand, click on the mouse to get the next word.

Note: The instructor or parent can change the words that are hidden ( see the "Preferences..." section of this guide ).