Free Printable Hangman Game Templates
Hangman is a classic game for 2 or more players. It requires wits, logic, and reasoning. The more your kids practice with our printable hangman game, the more they can develop these core skills. This fun and engaging activity is a great way to boost their reading and vocabulary skills.
When playing against kids, it’s only fair to give them a few easier rounds (depending on their abilities of course). But, did you know jazz is one of the hardest words to guess? There are only 3 correct letters and 2 of those are the least likely to be guessed. So it’s far more likely that the little stick figure will win.
(P.S If you decide to play this game with teens/adults, here are a few other tricky words: quiz, zinc, rhythm, lynx.)
The printable hangman game can be downloaded and printed as many times as you like. It’s perfect for keeping in a folder for long car journeys or trips out to a restaurant.
What's included in the printable hangman package?
The pack includes a variety of game sheets to suit different preferences. It features two colorful game sheets (printed on a single page) and two black and white game sheets (also on one page). These options allow players to choose between a vibrant design or a simple, classic look.
Additionally, the printable hangman game includes six mini black and white game sheets, all conveniently arranged on a single page. These smaller versions are great for quick rounds, easy storage, or even taking on the go for some fun anytime, anywhere!
6 Small Hangman Templates
Full Page Color Hangman Games
Full Page Black & White Hangman
Why Play The Printable Hangman Game?
As with many classic word games, kids can learn all sorts of valuable skills just by playing. Not only is it a fun and engaging activity, but it also helps develop essential cognitive abilities that benefit them in everyday learning.
- Improved vocabulary: The more kids play, the better their word recall becomes. Repeated exposure to different words helps expand their vocabulary and reinforces spelling skills.
- Improved concentration: Players must focus as they guess—one letter at a time—while feeling the pressure of a slowly appearing stick figure. The more they concentrate, the better their chances of winning!
- Problem-solving skills: Hangman encourages strategic thinking. Players must use the process of elimination, carefully select their letters, and adjust their approach based on past guesses—all within a limited number of attempts!
This combination of learning and fun makes printable hangman games a fantastic educational tool for kids of all ages.
Getting Ready To Play
Download your free printable hangman game by clicking the download button at the top of the page. These game sheets come as PDF files, making them easy to print and use whenever you need a fun and educational activity.
Once printed, simply cut the pages into individual game sheets and give one to each player. Whether at home, in the classroom, or on the go, these ready-to-use sheets make it easy to set up a game anytime.
Make sure you have a pen or pencil ready before you start playing! With each incorrect guess, the stick figure gets closer to completion—so choose your letters wisely and have fun!
How To Play hangman
- Make the house rules known. How many guesses?
- Player one chooses their word, telling no one.
- They jot down a small dash for each letter in the word (_ _ _ _)
- Player 2 then guesses a letter. If it is in the word, Player 1 writes it down each time it occurs. If it isn’t in the word, Player 1 draws a small circle as the head on the stickman.
(Tip: Use the alphabet box provided on the printable to keep track of letters that have already been guessed.)
- If there are more players, each takes a turn guessing a letter. Correct guesses are written on their dash, wrong guesses result in the body/legs/arms being drawn.
- The game ends when either the word has been discovered, or the stickman is complete.
- Repeat this for each of the players.
Hopefully, you’ve had a blast playing hangman. Sometimes the simplest of words can cause chaos! And it’s a great way to get kids to engage in their learning.
How to Adjust the Difficulty of Your Printable Hangman Game
Traditionally, the word must be guessed in 6 or fewer tries. There are 6 pieces of the hangman to be drawn. These are the head, body, 2 legs and 2 arms.
You can choose to make this game easier or harder. It really depends on the abilities of the players. There are so many different ways to play. Any variations on the classic setup are your choice. Remember to make sure everyone knows the rules they’re playing by before starting
To make the game a little easier for younger kids, you could choose to add extra details to the stick figure. Add eyes and smile for 2 more guesses. The more features there are, the more opportunity each player has to guess the word correctly.
To make the game harder, you can agree to limit the number of vowels (a,e,i,o,u) the opponent can guess.
The printable hangman game is a fun, engaging way to teach second language words to kids. If your child is already learning another language, Play this game with vocab words they already know. It’s way more fun and satisfying than learning it all by rote!
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Our free printable hangman game is just one example of the many engaging resources you can find on our site. It’s a fun and educational way to help your child improve their literacy skills, all while enjoying a mental workout that’s perfect for kids of all ages!