# Spell-A-Word

> Early academic program for letter identification, spelling, and word recognition. (iPhone/iPad app by RJ Cooper & Associates, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spell-a-word/id480176452 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [RJ Cooper & Associates, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/412790299)
- Category: Education
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 71 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-11-18
- Data updated: 2026-06-02
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spell-a-word/id480176452/reviews.md

## What is Spell?

This large-print, early academic program is for beginning to advanced letter users. It uses an errorless learning method. Spell-A-Word works on identification, spelling, & word recognition (for reading).

WORKS WITH EXTERNAL KEYBOARD, such as our Colored-Rows BigKeys, or any Bluetooth keyboard (or *any* USB keyboard)! Or choose from the regular iOS keyboard, or Spell-A-Word's own 1-row-at-a-time one).

Scaffolding (as much help as needed but as little as possible) is embedded so as to help those with significant cognitive challenges.

This program is designed for you to easily enter lists of spelling words/phrases for the learner to practice and be tested on.

WordLists consisting of hundreds of words/sounds/pictures are available from the developer's website at no charge.

Spell-A-Word even has special feedback for blind learners.

## Key features

- Errorless learning method
- Supports external keyboards
- Scaffolding for cognitive challenges
- Customizable word lists
- Feedback for blind learners
- Early academic program

## Recent user reviews (8 of 8)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spell-a-word/id480176452/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Easy to personalize

*2014-07-26*

I've taught adults who have developmental disabilities for almost 40 years. This is a fantastic, easy to use app for helping individuals maintain and improve their spelling skills. There are also several ready-made word lists that you can download.

### 4/5 — Helpful app for non verbal ASD

*2013-03-17*

A drawback is there is not a function to email weekly/ periodic results for file and tracking.

### 1/5 — Spell a word

*2013-01-16*

I really love this app but it stopped working today. You type the first word from his personalize list and you get kicked out of the program.

### 5/5 — Perfect spelling 'game'

*2012-07-01*

I'm mom writing on behalf of special needs daughter.  i bought this app because of prior knowledge of RJ's work.  and it didn't dissapoint.  I like how I can create the spelling list, instead of some other pre-set list by other app developers.
also ability to use our own photos.

Although I used the word 'game' , it certainly isn't about a game, but built in success for the learner.  My daughter is enjoying her spelling lessons!

### 5/5 — Great app

*2011-12-12*

This is great for learning to spell words.

### 5/5 — Fabulous App!

*2011-12-03*

There are very few apps that both my 12-year old daughter and 7-year-old daughter, both enjoy and better yet learn from. This app is so well-designed that by the end of the first day, we had made a spelling list for our jr. higher called tricky words (you know the ones I mean) and an "at" family list for my kindergartner, who happens to have Down syndrome. It was amazing to see both girls using the app as they needed it, and our youngest kept asking for more. It is extremely intuitive to set up. I know this will be an app we use weekly, especially as our youngest moves into 1st grade.

### 5/5 — Super app for all!

*2011-11-26*

I LOVE LOVE LOVE this app.  As an Assistive Technology Professional, I usually download the new apps from RJ Cooper when they come out so that I'm familiar with them.  My four year old daughter found this one, and is enthralled.  She is beginning to spell some sight words I put in for her and learning for fun!  This is so easily customizable on so many levels!  This is a great app for individuals with and without disabilities.  Parents will love it for practicing spelling words.

The major thing I wish was that there was a password on the teacher controls and any editing functions, as well as to assign word lists.  Down the road, it might also be nice to share word lists with other users-even though it might take away some of the customization, the ease of importing basic lists like sight words might be appealing to many folks.

### 5/5 — He is spelling!

*2011-11-24*

I have a 5 year old with Ds and autism.  HE is spelling!   I have to give this a 5 star rating!  
The app lets us put pictures with words, dad's voice, and his spelling words!
I love the teachers control, the ability to adjust the speed of the lesson, and choose the number of drills per word.  The ability to remove the verbal correction is wonderful for us because he will make a error just for the verbal correction and laugh.  For us it is far more effective for the app NOT to respond when he does that. 
The learners data gives me the feed back I need for homeschool.  Easy!   
The app is awesome as it is.  If I could change anything right now it would be the feedback character.   I would like to be able to choose a picture of a person he reponds to and have them record the feedback.  
Great app at the start!

## Frequently asked questions about Spell

### What is the learning methodology used by Spell-A-Word?

Spell-A-Word uses an errorless learning method, which aims to minimize mistakes during the learning process. It also incorporates embedded scaffolding to provide support as needed, making it suitable for learners with significant cognitive challenges.

### Can I create my own spelling lists in Spell-A-Word?

Yes, you can easily enter your own lists of spelling words and phrases for the learner to practice and be tested on. This allows for personalized learning experiences tailored to specific needs.

### Does Spell-A-Word have special features for blind learners?

Yes, Spell-A-Word includes special feedback designed specifically for blind learners. This ensures that the app is accessible and beneficial for a wider range of users with different learning needs.

### What devices is Spell-A-Word compatible with?

Spell-A-Word is currently supported on iPads. It is designed to leverage the tablet's interface for an effective learning experience.

### How often is Spell-A-Word updated?

The latest version of Spell-A-Word, 1.5.1, was released on May 7, 2024. The developer, RJ Cooper & Associates, Inc., actively maintains the application.

### What is the price of Spell-A-Word?

Spell-A-Word is a paid application, available for $1.99. This one-time purchase grants access to all its features.

### Does Spell-A-Word have ads?

No, Spell-A-Word does not contain advertisements. It is a paid app designed to provide an uninterrupted learning experience.

### What is the age rating for Spell-A-Word?

Spell-A-Word has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for children aged four and older, designed for early academic development.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5.1 — 2024-05-07

- Selecting Wordlist Import source is more obvious.
- Fixed issue where edited word pictures might not appear immediately.

### 1.5 — 2024-04-18

Wordlists can now be shared with other users (see the Work With Wordlists screen in the app.)

### 1.4.17 — 2023-09-15

Fixed not going full screen on bigger iPads
Dim start lesson button when pressed
Fixed Full Instructions card
Needs iOS 11 or later

### 1.4.15 — 2020-06-11

Fixed incorrect dimming of some buttons.
Increased maximum number of Tests from 1 to 2.

### 1.4.14 — 2018-11-07

Fixed an issue when the volume is set to zero (0).

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