Spelling bee: Everything you need to know.

A Spelling Bee is a competition where participants take turns spelling words out loud. If they spell a word correctly, they advance to the next round. If they make a mistake, they're eliminated. The last speller standing wins the competition.

Spelling Bees date back to the 1800s. The first recorded competition happened in 1925, leading to what we now know as the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Over time, Spelling Bees expanded to schools, regions, and even international competitions.

Today, thousands of students participate in Spelling Bees across the world.

A Spelling Bee is a competition where participants take turns spelling words aloud. A judge pronounces the word and the child has to spell the word.

The contestant can ask for the word's definition, origin, or use in a sentence before spelling it.

If they spell it correctly, they move on to the next round. If they spell it incorrectly, they are eliminated. The last speller standing wins the competition.

Spelling Bee competitions are grouped by grade level and competition stage:

Having a structured word list helps kids focus on age-appropriate spelling practice.

For more challenging words, visit Hard Spelling Bee Words.

Try out Spelling Games for Kids to improve spelling skills interactively.

Find more tricky words in Commonly Misspelled Words.

Spelling Bees are fun, competitive, and educational. They help kids build strong vocabulary, confidence, and concentration skills. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned competitor, using the right resources and consistent practice is key to spelling success!