Community reviews for Word Wagon - by Duck Duck Moose

I liked that students have to correctly drag each letter into the boxes to complete the exercises. There was also a conveyor belt of items, which had graphics move across for students to click on before spelling that word. I thought this was very helpful in keeping their attention because if they don't click on it in time, the object will disappear. I think it is a nice way to review general terms that students should be familiar with. However, the words don't really have anything in common, and don't directly tie into what the students are learning about. I think a way to improve this would be by having separate sections that include words for a specific topic (i.e. sports, colors, etc.). I definitely think this app helps to reinforce words that students should be using in conversation, but I think it would be better if there were levels with common topics to avoid having words like "nest" and "bike" being associated together.

I liked the program. It had wonderful graphics and the kids enjoyed playing the game. They are learning while playing the game, but many times they were just pushing the tiles to the correct letter ( which is perfect for the preschooler or the slow learner). The game accepted the tiles out of order but it didn't accept the incorrect placement of the letter. I was disappointed that it doesn't track the students progress or allow the teacher to customize the program for each earners needs.

It can work both to introduce simple spelling and as review for spelling. The problem is that is does not track student progress and becomes overly repetitive with the more advanced learners; however, it is great to have on hand as choice for the students that really like it as an additional learning practice tool.