Custom Vocabulary List Builder

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Custom Vocabulary List Builder - beta version 1.0 ... build once, create many!

Build your own vocabulary lists by selecting words from different categories. Mix vegetables with food items, add some verbs - create exactly the vocabulary set you need! Once your list is built, you can use it to create any worksheet with a single click. You can save your list, upload it later, edit, and make all new worksheets!

Select a category to see available words

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Create Worksheets

Build your list first, then create worksheets!

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Click words from the left to add them to your list.

Use these links to create Quick Worksheets:

How to Use the Custom List Builder

Click to learn how to build lists and create worksheets

Quick Start (3 Steps)

1
Choose CategorySelect from categories like animals, food, verbs, etc.
2
Click WordsClick words to add them to your custom list.
3
Create WorksheetsUse the 'Create Worksheet' button to start making customized worksheets with your list!

Use the Quick Worksheets Links to make a worksheet using the most common settings.

Building Your List

Adding Words:

Select a category from the dropdown
Click individual words to add them
Use "Add all [number]" to add entire categories
Mix words from different categories freely

Smart Features:
- Visual feedback shows selected words
- "Remove all" button for each category
- Real-time count of your list items
- Advanced mode for descriptions & prompts

Editing Your List:

Click any word in your list to edit it
Use "X" button to remove individual items
Change the list title at the top
Toggle "advanced view" for extra text fields

Creating Worksheets

Two Ways to Create:

Worksheet Hub: Click "Create Worksheets" for full options with each maker. You can edit fonts, titles, layout styles, images vs. text, everything! You'll have full control.
Quick Links: Use buttons below for instant worksheets with the default (most common) settings.

Available Worksheets:
- Word searches & crosswords
- Flashcards & bingo boards
- Board games & mazes
- Handouts & vocabulary sheets
- Spelling & writing practice

Pro Tip: Each worksheet type works best with different numbers of words. Don't worry - the system will automatically adjust your list or give you options when creating worksheets.

Advanced Features

Save & Load Lists

Save lists as CSV files
Load previously saved lists
Add to existing lists
Lists auto-save locally

Custom Text Fields

Add descriptions for each word
Create custom prompts
Edit vocabulary display text
Use in advanced worksheets

Smart Limits

Up to 50 items per list
Automatic worksheet optimization
Duplicate prevention
Category mixing allowed

Common Questions

Q: How many words should I include?
A: Most worksheets work best with 12-20 words, but you can build lists up to 50 items.

Q: How do I add/edit descriptions and prompts?
A: At the top right of your list, there is an option 'advanced view'. Click on that to add or edit descriptions and prompts.

Q: What's the difference between descriptions and prompts?
A: Descriptions server to define the item in text rather than image form. Prompts lead the students as to how they should answer.
Entry: panda
Description: It's black and white and eats bamboo.
Prompt: What animal is this?

Q: Can I mix different categories?
A: Yes! Mix animals with adjectives and habitats, fantasy with Halloween, Christmas with toys - whatever fits your lesson.

Q: What if my list is too long for a worksheet?
A: The system will automatically use the right number of words or give you selection options.

Q: Are my lists saved?
A: Yes, they're saved locally in your browser and you can download them as files.

This is a new feature that I'm working on right now, August 2025. Please try it out! It's working for the most part but there may be some bugs. However, if you have any suggestions for how to improve:
- ease of use
- the user interface improvements
- the list limits, 50 items
- additional features
- words of encouragement!
Any feedback is appreciate as I work on this. Please send me an email with your thoughts.