2d • General discussion
Floor Scrabble
GOAL:
To promote cognitive stimulation, word recall, social interaction, and friendly competition through a simplified word-building game using letter tiles.
SUPPLIES:
• Printed letter tile sheets (included in this packet) (Cut Out)
• A flat table or playing surface
• Optional: painters tape to create a grid
INSTRUCTIONS:
This version of Scrabble does not include point values on the tiles. The game is played without scoring until someone runs out of tiles. If you would like to add point values later, you can write them on the tiles yourself!
1. Print and cut out all letter tiles from the included sheets. Laminate if desired.
2. Place all tiles face down in a stack or mix them up in bag or bowl
3. Each player draws 7 tiles and keeps them hidden from other players.
4. The first player places a word (2 or more letters) on the table. This is the starting word.
5. The next player builds a new word by connecting at least one letter to the existing word(s) on the table, just like a crossword.
6. After placing a word, draw new tiles from the bag to get back to 7.
7. If a player cannot make a word, they may swap one or more tiles by putting them back in the bag and drawing new ones. This counts as their turn.
8. The game ends when one player uses all their tiles and there are no tiles left to draw, or when no one can make a word.
RULES TO REMEMBER:
• All words must read left to right or top to bottom.
• Every new word must connect to an existing word on the table.
• Blank tiles can be used as any letter. Once placed, they stay as that letter.
• Only common English words are allowed - no abbreviations or proper names.
• If there is a disagreement about a word, the group votes!
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
• What was the longest word you made?
• Did any words remind you of something from your life?
• What strategy did you use to pick your words?
• Was it easier to play alone or with a team?
POSSIBLE ADAPTATIONS:
• For lower ability - play with tiles face up so staff can help form words
• For higher ability - challenge players to use longer words or less common letters.
• Use a dictionary or word list nearby for support.
• Pair stronger spellers with those who need help for a team approach.
• For individuals with limited vision, print tiles at a larger size.
NOTE: Consider printing on colored paper for added visual appeal. The letter tiles pictured in this activity came from a free download on Teachers Pay Teachers, but we found it was too big for a table and had to move to the floor. If you would like the extra large size you can find them here or make your own:
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