# SpellJam - Spelling Practice — Make spelling homework fun!

> Make spelling homework fun! (iPhone/iPad app by Graham Kinsella.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spelljam-spelling-practice/id6752513650 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Graham Kinsella](https://appshunter.io/developer/1839629110)
- Category: Education, Games, Family, Word
- Price: $3.99 with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 16 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2025-10-27
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spelljam-spelling-practice/id6752513650/reviews.md

## What is SpellJam?

What if your kid ASKED to do spelling homework?

SpellJam was built by Graham and his 10-year-old daughter Lily because spelling homework was boring. Together, they made the app Lily actually wanted to use — and now it's helping families everywhere turn dread into a highlight of the day.

HOW IT WORKS

Add your child's weekly spelling words — type them in, snap a photo of the homework sheet, or speak them aloud. SpellJam then guides kids through a proven cycle:

Study Mode — Hear each word, study it with 3D animated flashcards
Practice Games — Spell words letter by letter with real-time audio feedback
Weekly Test — Simulate the classroom test in a calm, encouraging environment
Progress Tracking — Watch mastery grow from Learning → Practicing → Mastered → Retained

The app focuses extra practice on words kids struggle with and eases off on ones they've nailed. It actually adapts.

FOR PARENTS
• Works with your child's real weekly spelling list — not a generic word bank
• Set up in under 2 minutes
• Works completely offline — no wi-fi needed during practice
• No ads, no tracking, no data sharing — COPPA compliant
• See exactly which words need more work before the test

FOR TEACHERS

• Share word lists directly with students
• Students practise the exact words you're teaching
• Works alongside any spelling curriculum

FEATURES

• Sparky the Dragon — a virtual companion who grows with your child
• Voice input using Apple's Speech framework (processed on-device)
• Camera word capture — point at a homework sheet, words are added instantly
• XP points, streaks, and achievements to keep kids motivated
• 90+ built-in curriculum words across grades K-5
• Multiple game modes: Weekly Practice, Speed Challenge, Boss Battle

OUR STORY 

In 2024, Graham's daughter Lily told him spelling homework was the most boring part of her week. Graham is a developer. Two months later, SpellJam existed. Lily was its first (and most demanding) tester. If something wasn't fun enough for a 10-year-old, it didn't ship.

That's still the standard today.

Download SpellJam and turn this week's spelling list into tonight's favourite game.

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $3.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Access | $39.99 | one-time |



## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.2 — 2026-04-17

English (U.S.) subtitles
Privacy Policy URL (English (U.S.)
New pricing
New features

### 1.1.1 — 2026-01-30

Critical bug fix: Resolved iOS compatibility issue that prevented the app
  from launching on devices running iOS 17.0-18.4. All users can now access
  SpellJam.

### 1.1 — 2025-12-01

What's New in Version 1.1.0

  SpellJam v1.1 - Enhanced Learning Experience! 

  NEW FEATURES:
  • Interactive Tutorial - Step-by-step guide for new users to get started
  quickly
  • Parent Progress Dashboard - Detailed analytics, charts, and insights
  about your child's learning progress
  • Enhanced Audio Settings - Choose from multiple voices, adjust speech
  speed, and control volume
  • Sample Spelling Lists - New users automatically get grade-appropriate
  words to practice immediately
  • Quick Start Guide - Comprehensive parent guide explaining all features

  IMPROVEMENTS:
  • Better onboarding experience with interactive tooltips
  • Improved first-time user experience
  • Analytics foundation for future insights (COPPA-compliant)
  • Enhanced help system throughout the app
  • Performance optimizations

  BUG FIXES:
  • General stability improvements
  • Minor UI refinements

  We'd love to hear from you! Rate us on the App Store and email
  support@spell-jam.com with feedback.

### 1.0 — 2025-10-27

No release notes.

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