Work out word count for kids instantly with clear inputs, formula shown and shareable results.
Words are counted by splitting the text on spaces and punctuation, and progress is that count as a percentage of the target. A visible words-remaining figure turns a vague 'write more' into a finishable target, and average word length hints at whether vocabulary is being stretched.
Word count
Count the runs of letters, digits, apostrophes and hyphens separated by spaces or punctuation
Progress
progress % = words written / target x 100; remaining = target - words written
Count the runs of letters, digits, apostrophes and hyphens separated by spaces or punctuation. Words are counted by splitting the text on spaces and punctuation, and progress is that count as a percentage of the target.
A visible words-remaining figure turns a vague 'write more' into a finishable target, and average word length hints at whether vocabulary is being stretched.
Enter paste the writing, target word count. The defaults shown are a realistic worked example — swap in your own figures to get a result you can use.