picture yourself on the national stage
Now, how do you get there? We think it takes passion, dedication and a lot of grit! Of course, a love of words doesn't hurt.
study resources
your key to the Bee
Words of the Champions is the official study resource of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Prepare for a classroom, school, regional qualifier or regional spelling bee with this list of 4,000 words that includes all 450 words in the School Spelling Bee Study List. Words of the Champions is available as a Kindle ebook and paperback on Amazon, or you can ask your teacher for a free copy.
join the club
With the free Word Club app for mobile devices and tablets, students can have fun while mastering the Words of the Champions study list. Choose from five spelling play modes and three vocabulary play modes. Track your progress as you conquer the School Spelling Bee Study List and Words of the Champions!
step up to the microphone
Sophia Overstreet has a way with words. The 2019 national qualifier can certainly spell and she can also rhyme and rap. Check out her music video, "Step Up," that she wrote and performed. The music was produced by our friends at Plum St. Productions.
Book Lists
read your study words in a book
Every year, the Bee curates the Great Words, Great Works book list, a selection of 27 titles chosen for their rich vocabulary and engaging content. You can read all 450 words on the School Spelling Bee Study List within the context of these great books!
did you know the Bee has a book club?
We know that great readers make great spellers, which is why we share a new book each month with members of the Bee’s Bookshelf. We also send out special spelling lists for each book and fun extras like printable bookmarks!