Find a Wordle
Item needed:
- Word processor
- Printer
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Min players:
6
Max players:
15
Required age:
10
Average cost:
$0
Game duration(Mins):
20 - 30
1. Use a book to the get the text for a larger section of scripture – maybe a whole chapter – that you are studying.
2. Copy that into the Wordle site and let it generate a Wordle for you.
3. Put the generated Wordle and your book passage onto a single page of paper.
4. Highlight the words in the passage that you want the kids to find in the Wordle. Although this would seem fairly simple, depending on the number of words and the layout of the Wordle, it can be quite difficult.
5. Use the normal incentives to keep the kids focused – first person to find a specific word gets a prize, first finished, work in pairs etc. This website allows you to generate cool ‘wordles’. They are like a word cloud where the size of word is in proportion to its usage. The site allows you to generate your own Wordle in many different formats.
Overview
Find a Wordle is an engaging and educational game that combines technology, creativity, and biblical study. Players use a Bible program to generate a Wordle (a word cloud) from a chapter of scripture, then search for specific words within the Wordle. This game is perfect for youth groups, Sunday school classes, or family Bible study sessions.
Game Setup
Items Needed
- Bible program or app for generating scripture text
- Access to a Wordle generation website
- Computer or device with internet access
- Printer and paper
- Highlighters
- Prizes for incentives (optional)
Preparation
- Select Scripture: Choose a chapter from the Bible that you are currently studying.
- Generate Wordle: Use the Bible program to copy the text of the chosen chapter. Paste this text into the Wordle site and generate a Wordle.
- Print the Materials: Print the generated Wordle and the corresponding Bible passage on a single sheet of paper.
- Highlight Words: In the printed Bible passage, highlight the words you want the players to find in the Wordle.
How to Play
- Distribute Materials: Give each player (or pair of players) a printed sheet with the Wordle and highlighted Bible passage.
- Explain the Objective: Instruct the players to find and mark the highlighted words from the Bible passage within the Wordle.
- Set Incentives: Offer incentives to keep players motivated. These can include:
- First person to find a specific word wins a prize.
- First player to find all the words wins.
- Work in pairs for cooperative play.
Game Rules
- Start the Game: Signal the start of the game and allow players to begin searching for the words in the Wordle.
- Finding Words: Players must find and circle the highlighted words within the Wordle. The size of the words in the Wordle corresponds to their frequency in the passage, adding a layer of challenge.
- Verify: Once a player claims to have found all the words, verify their findings against the highlighted passage.
- Award Prizes: Give out prizes based on the set incentives.
Tips for Success
- Choose a passage with a variety of word frequencies to make the Wordle more interesting.
- Adjust the number of words to find based on the players’ age and skill level.
- Encourage teamwork and communication if playing in pairs.
Game Duration
- The game typically lasts between 15-30 minutes, depending on the number of words and the players’ familiarity with the scripture.
Cost per Person
- The cost is minimal, mostly depending on printing and any prizes you choose to provide.
Conclusion
Find a Wordle is a fun and interactive way to study scripture, helping players to engage deeply with the text while enjoying a competitive and collaborative game.