Description
Engage in intellectual fun with the Original Scrabble Word Game from Mattel Games, hailed as the world’s most popular word game. This classic game challenges players to construct interlocking words in a crossword style on the Scrabble playing board.
How to Play Scrabble:
- Draw seven letter tiles from the bag.
- Create the best word possible using your drawn tiles.
- Aim for the highest score to triumph.
Rack Up Your Points!
- Strategically utilize the triple letter, double word, or triple word squares on the grid for maximum points.
- Each letter’s unique value contributes to your overall score.
Recommended by Dr Gummer’s Good Play Guide.
What our testers said
“Look, I made a double word!” – Boy, aged 10
“Scrabble is such a fun way to learn new words” – Parent of 8 year old
What our experts think
Scrabble’s primary focus on word formation and vocabulary expansion is a powerful tool for language acquisition. Children not only learn new words but also enhance spelling skills and gain confidence in expressing themselves verbally. Scrabble is a delightful exercise in cognitive development, requiring strategic thinking as players place tiles to maximise points. This engages critical thinking, problem-solving, and spatial reasoning.
The game nurtures communication skills and teaches the importance of fair play, turn-taking, and respecting opponents. Scrabble’s adaptability makes it suitable for various age groups, promoting healthy competition and bonding among family and friends. Overall, Scrabble is a captivating and educational experience that seamlessly integrates language learning, cognitive development, and social interaction for children.
Skills developed
– Encourages new vocabulary
– Practice spelling
– Develop strategic skills