Mrs Wordsmith
A literacy brand known for funny, heavily illustrated vocabulary, phonics and writing books, card games and the Word Tag vocabulary app, covering ages 3–13 from first letters to rich vocabulary.
What is Mrs Wordsmith?
Mrs Wordsmith is a literacy brand that teaches words through humor and big, cartoon illustrations. Its range covers phonics readers, grade-level workbooks, vocabulary books, card games and apps for ages 3–13.
The core idea is that a funny, vivid picture makes a new word easier to remember, and more likely to show up in a child's own writing.
How it works
Most families use Mrs Wordsmith in short, flexible bursts rather than a daily lesson plan. Common ways to use it:
- Read a Readiculous Readers book with a beginning reader for decoding practice.
- Do a few pages of a grade-level workbook covering phonics, vocabulary and grammar.
- Learn one word a day from Storyteller's Word a Day, then use it in conversation.
- Play a card game like Blah Blah Blah Phonics as a family.
- Let an older child play Word Tag, the vocabulary app, for 10 or 15 minutes.
Parents pick the pieces that fit. There is no single scope and sequence across the whole brand.
What it covers
| Product type | Ages | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Readiculous Readers (3 stages) | Early readers | Decodable stories building letter-sound skills |
| Grade workbooks (K–6) | 5–12 | Phonics, vocabulary, grammar, writing |
| Word books and dictionaries | 7–13 | Descriptive vocabulary for writing |
| Card games | Varies | Phonics and vocabulary through play |
| Word Tag app | 7–13 | Game-based vocabulary practice |
Who it's best for
Mrs Wordsmith fits kids who already read and need a richer vocabulary for writing, plus reluctant readers who respond to jokes and pictures. Families who want screen-free word games will find plenty here.
It isn't a structured reading program. For decoding, start with a core program from our phonics programs page. For older students focused on academic vocabulary, Vocabulary.com is a more test-oriented option.
Pricing at a glance
Books and games are one-time purchases. As of October 2026, workbooks cost $15.99, each Readiculous Readers stage set is $24.99, and the phonics card game is $29.99. Word Tag is $9.99 a month or $83.99 a year after a 7-day free trial. US orders over $100 ship free.
Can a scholarship or ESA pay for it?
Possibly. Arizona's ESA law allows curricula and supplementary materials, which can include workbooks and readers. Rules differ by state, so check our scholarships overview, Arizona and Florida pages. Save Mrs Wordsmith to your wishlist and apply once on Edulist.
How it compares
- Vocabulary.com is an adaptive vocabulary trainer for grades 5–12 with a free tier.
- Spelling Shed focuses on spelling practice through games.
- Night Zookeeper builds creative writing through an online world.
- Brave Writer offers a relaxed, parent-led writing approach.
See more on our writing programs, spelling programs and enrichment pages.
Who Mrs Wordsmith is for (and who it isn’t)
Best for
- Kids ages 7–13 building vocabulary for writing
- Reluctant readers who respond to humor and pictures
- Families who want screen-free word games
Look elsewhere if
- Children who need a systematic phonics curriculum as their main program
- Families wanting detailed lesson plans
- Teens beyond middle school
Mrs Wordsmith pros and cons
Pros
- Memorable, funny illustrations attached to each word
- Wide range: phonics readers to advanced vocabulary
- Mix of print books, card games and an app
- Affordable one-time book prices
Cons
- Not a complete reading or writing curriculum
- Humor style doesn't suit every child
- Word Tag is another subscription
- Some store items are UK editions, so check the US version
What’s included
- Grade-level English workbooks (kindergarten to 6th grade)
- Readiculous Readers decodable book sets in three stages
- Vocabulary books such as Storyteller's Word a Day and Storyteller's Illustrated Dictionary
- Phonics and vocabulary card games
- Word Tag, a game-based vocabulary app for ages 7–13
- Free printable resources and curriculum word packs
How much does Mrs Wordsmith cost?
Mrs Wordsmith sells books, games and printables as one-time purchases on its US store, and Word Tag as a subscription app. As of October 2026, grade-level English workbooks are $15.99, each Readiculous Readers stage set is $24.99, and the Blah Blah Blah Phonics Card Game is $29.99. Word Tag costs $9.99 a month or $83.99 a year after a 7-day free trial.
| Plan | Price | Billed | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Word Tag app, monthly | $9.99/mo | Monthly | $9.99/mo |
| Word Tag app, annual | $83.99/yr | Yearly | $7/mo |
| Readiculous Readers: Stage 1 | $24.99 | One-time | — |
| Grade-level English workbook | $15.99 | One-time | — |
| Blah Blah Blah Phonics Card Game | $29.99 | One-time | — |
Free trial: Word Tag offers a 7-day free trial on the monthly plan.
Prices from the provider, checked 2026-10-13. Always confirm on the official site.
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Mrs Wordsmith FAQs
What ages is Mrs Wordsmith for?
Mrs Wordsmith products cover ages 3–13. Phonics books and readers suit preschool to early elementary, while vocabulary books, writing workbooks and the Word Tag app target ages 7–13.
How much is the Word Tag app?
As of October 2026, Word Tag costs $9.99 a month or $83.99 a year, which works out to $6.99 a month. The monthly plan starts with a 7-day free trial.
Are Mrs Wordsmith books good for phonics?
Readiculous Readers are decodable books in three stages that introduce new letter-sound correspondences while reviewing earlier ones. They work well as practice alongside a structured phonics program.
Is Mrs Wordsmith a full curriculum?
No. It sells workbooks, readers, games and an app that support vocabulary, phonics and writing. Most families use it as a supplement to a core language arts program.
Is Mrs Wordsmith good for homeschool?
Many homeschool families use the grade-level workbooks and word-a-day books for vocabulary and writing practice. Pair them with a core reading or writing curriculum for full coverage.
Can an ESA pay for Mrs Wordsmith?
Workbooks and learning materials are commonly allowed in ESA programs, but each program decides. Save Mrs Wordsmith to your Edulist wishlist and apply once to programs in your state.
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