Word Dash · Australia
Build Stronger Literacy. One. Word. At. A. Time.
Short, purposeful video lessons that strengthen spelling, vocabulary, comprehension and writing fluency for students in Years 1–6.
In just 5–10 minutes a day, students explore 10 words through varied activities that encourage thinking, retrieval and repetition. Every response is written by hand to support learning and retention. Designed to complement your school's existing literacy program, Word Dash helps students catch up, keep up or move ahead, at school or at home.
What is Word Dash?
Mini Lessons. Purposeful Practice.
A growing library of short, interactive video lessons for whole classes, small groups or individual learners.
5–10 Minutes
Short lessons that fit easily into a busy school day.
Write by Hand
Every response is handwritten to support learning and retention.
Ready to Use
Choose a lesson, press play and start learning.
Made for Australia
Spelling and vocabulary practice organised by primary-school year group, from Year 1 to Year 6.
How Word Dash works
Get Ready to Write. Press Play.
Choose a Lesson
Follow the lesson sets in order or choose a spelling pattern or vocabulary focus to suit students' learning needs.
Watch, Think and Write
Students use an exercise book, paper or mini whiteboard. They number their page 1–10 and write their answers by hand as the video progresses.
Check and Learn
Students check their responses against the answers provided in the video, reinforcing correct spelling and understanding.
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Explore different ways to learn
One Spelling Focus. Different Ways to Practise.
Look–Write–Check
Students study a word, write it from memory and check their spelling.
Definition Dash
Students identify words from their meanings, building vocabulary and word knowledge.
Spelling Spotter
Students examine words carefully to identify correct spelling patterns.
Spell Check
Students identify and correct spelling errors within sentences.
Unscramble It
Students rearrange letters to form correctly spelt words.
Finish the Word
Students complete words by applying their knowledge of spelling patterns.
Dash Detective
Students use clues and their spelling and vocabulary knowledge to work out the correct word.
The Grand Dash
Students bring together their spelling and vocabulary knowledge through a range of challenges.
Why writing by hand matters
Think It. Write It. Remember It.
Rather than selecting an answer on a screen, students retrieve information, make decisions and record their responses by hand. Word Dash is best suited to students whose letter formation is already automatic.
Fits Into the Learning You Already Do.
Word Dash complements, rather than replaces, explicit spelling teaching. Use it for:
- ✓ Whole-class spelling practice
- ✓ Small-group learning
- ✓ Independent activities
- ✓ Revision and consolidation
- ✓ Home learning
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