The Cooperative Vocabulary Game That Gets Students Talking
Word Wrangler is a free cooperative vocabulary game for Chromebooks designed for teachers in grades 5–9. Teams sit in a circle, each seeing different clues—they must talk to match terms. No more silent clicking. Perfect for ESL, ELA, and World Language classes.
At first I thought it was just another Chromebook thing, but it actually made us talk to each other.
How It Works:
Cooperative Gameplay for Chromebooks
This cooperative vocabulary game requires communication and teamwork. Students can't win alone—they must talk.
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Campfire Formation
Turn computers inward. Face your posse. You must talk to survive the trail.
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Only One Has the Map
For every term, only one partner has the right match. Describe what you see to find the path.
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One Snakebite = Reset
If anyone clicks the wrong match, the whole wagon train resets. Total accuracy is required.
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Why Teachers Love This Vocabulary Game
Built on proven learning science. Designed to get students talking in ESL, ELA, and World Language classes.
Active Recall
Players must dig deep into their memory banks under the hot sun of a timer.
Posse Palaver
To survive, partners must teach each other. If you can't explain it, you don't know it.
Instant Justice
No waiting for the judge. The game gives immediate feedback on whether you struck gold or fool's gold.
Setup in Seconds.
Play for Minutes.
Learn for Hours.
We know your time is scarce as water in the desert. Word Wrangler is designed to be the ultimate "Bell Ringer" or review roundup.
Pin on the BadgeCreate or Import
Paste your vocabulary list or choose from our saloon library.
Project the Brand
Display the 6-digit game code. Students join on any device.
Watch 'em Wrangle
Monitor the leaderboard as teams race to clear the board first.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Word Wrangler free?👇
Yes! Word Wrangler is 100% free for sheriffs and deputies alike. We believe in accessible education tools.
Can I use my own vocabulary lists?👇
Absolutely. You can paste any list of terms and definitions, or upload a CSV file. It takes seconds to convert a Quizlet set or textbook list.
How many players can play?👇
The game is optimized for posses of 4, but works well with 3-5 deputies per team. You can have as many teams as you want in a single session!