--- product_id: 126600078 title: "ThinkFun Zingo Word Builder Early Reading Game - Award Winning Game for Pre-Readers and Early Readers" brand: "thinkfun" price: "€ 118.63" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 category: "Think Fun" url: https://www.desertcart.sk/products/126600078-thinkfun-zingo-word-builder-early-reading-game-award-winning-game store_origin: SK region: Slovakia --- # 72 double-sided tiles for endless word combos Multi-award winner boosting credibility 2 skill levels for early & advanced readers ThinkFun Zingo Word Builder Early Reading Game - Award Winning Game for Pre-Readers and Early Readers **Brand:** thinkfun **Price:** € 118.63 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🏅 Unlock the power of words—where fun meets future-ready skills! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** ThinkFun Zingo Word Builder Early Reading Game - Award Winning Game for Pre-Readers and Early Readers by thinkfun - **How much does it cost?** € 118.63 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sk](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/126600078-thinkfun-zingo-word-builder-early-reading-game-award-winning-game) ## Best For - thinkfun enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted thinkfun brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Dual-Level Learning:** Supports both beginner and advanced readers with two engaging gameplay modes. - • **Stealth Skill Builder:** Turns vocabulary and spelling practice into fast-paced, fun competition. - • **Award-Winning Excellence:** Backed by Oppenheim Platinum and Parents' Choice Gold awards—trusted by educators and parents alike. - • **Instant Play, Zero Setup:** No assembly or batteries needed—start building words in minutes! - • **Premium Quality Components:** Durable tiles and cards designed to withstand enthusiastic play sessions. ## Overview ThinkFun Zingo Word Builder is an award-winning educational game designed for kids 5 and up, featuring 72 double-sided tiles and 6 double-sided cards that promote vocabulary and spelling skills through two levels of play. With no assembly or batteries required, it offers instant, high-quality, and engaging learning experiences that have earned top industry accolades. ## Description Zingo Word Builder is one of ThinkFun's most popular and bestselling games, and is the winner of an Oppenheim Platinum Award, among others. It's a fun pre-reading game for ages 4 and up that helps children build reading skills, and is one of the best gifts you can buy for kids. Zingo Word Builder is made with high quality components, and comes with a very clear and easy to understand instruction manual - you'll be able to play within minutes of opening the box. Like all of ThinkFun's games, Zingo Word Builder is built to develop critical thinking skills. Playing will improve language skills through fun and fast placed play. Review: Go for it - Very nice quality....kids love it... suitable for 3+....just go for it Review: Worth it - Good ## Features - WHAT YOU GET - Zingo Word Builder is one of ThinkFun's enormously popular Zingo products, containing a fun Zinger, 6 double sided cards and 72 double sided tiles. - CLEAR INSTRUCTIONS – Easy to learn with a clear, high quality instruction manual. You can start playing immediately! - DEVELOPS CRITICAL SKILLS – Gameplay provides a stealth learning experience, where players build vocabulary and learn spelling patterns. Two levels of play support both early and more advanced readers. - AWARD WINNER - Oppenheim Platinum Award, Teachers Choice Award for the Classroom, Parents' Choice Gold Award and more. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00GRV5JMU | | Assembly Required | No | | Batteries Included | No | | Batteries Required | No | | Best Sellers Rank | #51,527 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #2,067 in Board Games | | Colour | Multicolor | | Country of Origin | USA | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (27,913) | | Date First Available | 25 January 2014 | | Educational Objective(s) | Reading | | Generic Name | Word Game | | Included Components | One Complete game | | Item Dimensions LxWxH | 21 x 8.9 x 26 Centimeters | | Item Weight | 454 g | | Item model number | 7706-T | | Language | English | | Manufacturer | ThinkFun | | Manufacturer recommended age | 5 years and up | | Material Type(s) | Paper Plastic | | Model Number | 7706-T | | Number of Game Players | 4 | | Number of Puzzle Pieces | 1 | | Product Dimensions | 20.96 x 8.89 x 26.04 cm; 453.59 g | | Remote Control Included? | No | ## Product Details - **Age Range (Description):** Adult - **Brand:** ThinkFun - **Material:** Paper Plastic - **Number of Players:** 4 - **Theme:** Educational ## Images ![ThinkFun Zingo Word Builder Early Reading Game - Award Winning Game for Pre-Readers and Early Readers - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41iMO72cnzL.jpg) ![ThinkFun Zingo Word Builder Early Reading Game - Award Winning Game for Pre-Readers and Early Readers - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/515ySeR5U3L.jpg) ![ThinkFun Zingo Word Builder Early Reading Game - Award Winning Game for Pre-Readers and Early Readers - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51DyAz7QNQL.jpg) ![ThinkFun Zingo Word Builder Early Reading Game - Award Winning Game for Pre-Readers and Early Readers - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51GNFK7RxhL.jpg) ![ThinkFun Zingo Word Builder Early Reading Game - Award Winning Game for Pre-Readers and Early Readers - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Mjjp2ZtGL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: what age group is this for** A: Works well with preschoolers to early elementary age children **Q: What is the difference between zingo word builder game and thinkfun's what's gnu game? thank you.** A: I don't have the game What's Gnu. Based upon the description, they seem very similar. The different seems to be that Zingo Word Builder has three words per card and is played more like a challenge game. What's Gnu seems to be true world building, card by card. I purchased Zingo because I have multiple Zingo games in my classroom. Once the students learned to play one game, they could easily figure out how to play Zingo 1-2-3, Word Builder, Sight Word, etc. Hope this helps. **Q: Since here are images on the tiles, would you say that this game will help little ones learn to read words? I'm afraid they'll just stick to the image** A: Yes, seeing the letters and the picture does help little children learn to read words. You can reinforce the letter-word association by quickly reviewing each tile after the game has ended. Cover either the photo or the letters and ask the child to identify what is covered, but don't let this review detract from the fun of the game. If you take a peek at alphabet books for little children, you will see a picture that begins with the letter on that particular page, helping the child learn the sounds of letters. **Q: How many words are included? And how many tiles?** A: Hello. There are 24 sight words and 72 tiles. Thank you. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Go for it *by P***H on 20 September 2020* Very nice quality....kids love it... suitable for 3+....just go for it ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worth it *by A***D on 13 August 2019* Good ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five Stars *by N***J on 1 October 2016* good to teach spellings to ur kid ## Frequently Bought Together - ThinkFun 7706-T Zingo Word Builder Early Reading Game - Award Winning Game for Pre-Readers and Early Readers - Think Fun Zingo! Sight Words, - Think Fun Zingo 1-2-3 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sk/products/126600078-thinkfun-zingo-word-builder-early-reading-game-award-winning-game](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/126600078-thinkfun-zingo-word-builder-early-reading-game-award-winning-game) --- *Product available on Desertcart Slovakia* *Store origin: SK* *Last updated: 2026-05-19*