Spelling Practice That Actually Sticks

No sign-up needed for the free Daily Challenge offering 15 words daily. You can start spelling immediately in your browser. If you want unlimited words or custom lists, you can upgrade to Plus anytime.

Most learners complete a session in 10-15 minutes. Early learners might take longer, advanced spellers might finish faster. There are no time limits, so you can work at your own pace.

Yes, Lit Spelling works on any device with a web browser. Practice on your phone, tablet, laptop, or desktop. Your progress syncs automatically across devices.

Yes, every word includes clear pronunciation audio. This is essential for independent learning and particularly helpful for auditory learners, dyslexic students, and ESL learners.

You're in complete control with a vast library of ready-to-go words at your disposal. Free tier offers the Daily Challenge with 15 balanced words. Plus tier unlocks 100+ themed lists (animals, space, emotions, latin origins), custom lists (bring your own words), and three difficulty levels (Easy, Medium, Hard).

Yes, with Plus or Ultimate tier you can create unlimited custom lists. Add words from school spelling tests, books you're reading, or spelling bee competitions. Perfect for targeted practice.

The system automatically tracks tricky words and brings them back in future sessions. This spaced repetition ensures challenging words get the time they need for long-term retention. (Available with Plus and Ultimate tiers)

Yes, you can spell words by speaking or typing. Both input methods work equally well. Choose what feels most comfortable for your learning style.

Free tier: 15 words daily. Plus tier: 100 words daily. Ultimate tier: unlimited. Most learners find 15-50 words per day to be the sweet spot for building habits without burnout.

Spaced repetition leverages how memory actually works - reviewing words at increasing intervals strengthens long-term retention far more effectively than massed practice. Research shows this approach can reduce forgetting by 60-80% compared to traditional study methods. The system automatically manages review timing for you.

Words are sorted as Easy, Medium, or Hard based on letter patterns, phonetic complexity, and grade-level standards. You can choose your difficulty level to match your current skill or let the Daily Challenge provide a balanced mix of all three.

Yes, Lit Spelling works for learners ages 4+ through adult. Early learners (4-7) work with simple words, school-age students (8-14) build grade-level skills, teens prepare for exams, and adults improve professional writing.

Your progress is saved and you can always pick up where you left off. There are no penalties or lost streaks. Consistent daily sessions work best, but life happens and the system adapts.

Most learners notice increased confidence after 3-5 sessions and measurable improvement after 10 sessions of consistent work. Spelling is a skill that builds incrementally - the key is regular sessions, not marathon attempts.

Check your browser permissions and volume settings first. Lit Spelling requires microphone access for speech input and speaker access for word pronunciation. Most issues resolve by granting permissions in your browser settings. If problems persist, try a different browser or contact support.

No, Lit Spelling requires an internet connection to access word audio and sync progress. The app may cache some content, but full functionality requires connectivity.

Lit Spelling works best on modern browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. For optimal speech input and audio features, we recommend using the latest version of your preferred browser.