While there are plenty of spelling games that have kids interact with the screen of a mobile device or computer, this concept gets young ones up and moving. As well as having on-screen components, Spelling Stomp is a game that consists of an interactive mat to work in physical activity to the learning experience.
After an image appears on screen, rather than identifying it by keying in the letters to spell that particular word, this game has kids spell words by tapping their feet on the right letters of the alphabet. In addition to being a great teaching tool when it comes to language, spelling and letter identification, Spello's developers also note this game's ability to aid with spatial awareness and overall motor skills. The project is currently still in development on the Quirky platform.
Kinetic Spelling Games
Spelling Stomp Has Kids Step on an Interactive Mat to Learn Words
Trend Themes
1. Kinetic Learning - Interactive and movement-based learning experiences are trending in education
2. Screen-free Gaming - Games that get kids away from screens and up on their feet are gaining popularity
3. Multi-sensory Education - Teaching methods that engage multiple senses and modalities are becoming more prevalent
Industry Implications
1. Education - Education companies can capitalize on the trend towards more physical and interactive learning experiences
2. Gaming - Game developers can explore the potential of incorporating physical movement into their games to create novel and engaging experiences
3. Child Development - Companies focused on child development can create products incorporating multiple sensory modalities to enhance learning and development