National Scrabble Day

April 13
 1 History 2 Facts

3 Timeline 4 Dates

Table Of Content
 01
History
 National Scrabble Day is an annual observance celebrated on April 13th to
commemorate the birthday of Alfred Mosher Butts, the creator of the popular
word game, Scrabble. Butts was born on April 13, 1899, in Poughkeepsie, New
York, and died on April 4, 1993, in Rhinebeck, New York, at the age of 93.

History

Scrabble was originally called "Lexiko" when Butts first

created it in the 1930s. He later changed the name to
"Criss-Cross Words" and then to "Scrabble" in 1948, which
he trademarked the following year.
Observe
National Scrabble Day is a fun occasion to celebrate the popular word
game and its inventor, Alfred Mosher Butts. Here are some ideas for how
you can observe National Scrabble Day:

1. Play a game of Scrabble with friends or family. Gather some Scrabble

tiles, set up the board, and start forming words!
2. Organize a Scrabble tournament. Invite fellow Scrabble enthusiasts to
compete in a friendly tournament.
3. Attend a Scrabble event. Check if there are any Scrabble events or
competitions taking place near you, and join in on the fun.
 Activities
1 2 3
Scrabble Tournament:
Organize a Scrabble tournament
with your family and friends. Set
up a few boards and play a few
rounds to determine the winners.
Word Challenge
Create a word challenge by having
everyone write down five words
on pieces of paper, then mix them
up and pick one out of a hat.
Word Scavenger Hunt:
Create a list of words, and then
have everyone search through
books, magazines, and
newspapers to find those words.
 Activities

4 5 6
Word Jumble: Scrabble Art: Word Stories:
Create a list of jumbled-up words, Use Scrabble tiles to create an art Create a story where each person
and then see who can unscramble project. You can create a message, takes turns adding a word to the
them the fastest. a picture, or even a sculpture. story. The goal is to make a
complete and coherent story that
includes all the words.
 1. It's a great way to challenge your vocabulary and
improve your language skills. Scrabble requires you
to think creatively and strategically to form words
and score points.

Why We Love 2. It's a fun and social activity. Scrabble is a game that
can be enjoyed with friends, family, or even
strangers. It's a great way to connect with others
There are many reasons why people love National and spend quality time together.

Scrabble Day and the game of Scrabble itself. Here

are a few:

3. It's a game for all ages. Scrabble can be enjoyed by

people of all ages, from young children just
learning to read and spell, to seniors looking to
keep their minds sharp and active.
 Since then, National Scrabble Day has become
an annual tradition celebrated by Scrabble
enthusiasts around the world. It's a day to play

Traditions the game, organize Scrabble tournaments, and

celebrate the joy of playing with words.

The tradition of National Scrabble Day dates back

to 1986, when the National Scrabble Association
(now known as the North American Scrabble
Players Association) declared April 13th as the day
The day is typically marked by a variety of
to honor the birth of Alfred Mosher Butts, the
activities, including Scrabble competitions, word
inventor of the popular word game, Scrabble.
games, and social events. Many Scrabble players
also take the opportunity to reflect on the history
of the game and the impact it has had on
language and popular culture.
Symbol
The symbol of National Scrabble Day is typically the Scrabble
board and tiles themselves, as they represent the game and its
history. National Scrabble Day is celebrated on April 13th each
year and honors the popular word game that has been entertaining
and challenging players since the 1930s. On this day, Scrabble
enthusiasts may gather to play the game, attend Scrabble
tournaments or events, or simply enjoy a friendly game with
friends or family.
 02

Facts
 01
The first National Scrabble Day was celebrated in 1987 to commemorate the

Facts birthday of Alfred Mosher Butts, the inventor of Scrabble.

Here are some facts about

National Scrabble Day:

02
Scrabble was first created in 1938 by Alfred Mosher Butts, who was an
unemployed architect at the time. It wasn't until the 1950s that the game
gained widespread popularity.

03 Scrabble is played in over 120 countries and is available in 29 different

languages.
 04
The highest-scoring word ever played in a game of
Scrabble was "oxyphenbutazone", which scored 1,778
points.

Facts 05
The world record for the highest-scoring game of
Scrabble is held by Toh Weibin of Singapore, who scored
850 points in a single game in 2012.

06
The annual National Scrabble Championship has been
held in the United States since 1978, and attracts top
players from around the world.

07
Scrabble has been used as a tool for teaching language
and vocabulary in schools and language programs.
 Game Rules

How To Play
Object of the game:
The object of the game is to
score the most points by placing
tiles on the game board to form
words.
I wish that you end every day of your life by playing this
amazing game with your loved ones
Tile
Distribution •
•
N: 6 tiles worth 1 point each
O: 8 tiles worth 1 point each
• P: 2 tiles worth 3 points each
• A: 9 tiles worth 1 point each • Q: 1 tile worth 10 points
• B: 2 tiles worth 3 points each • R: 6 tiles worth 1 point each
• C: 2 tiles worth 3 points each • S: 4 tiles worth 1 point each
• D: 4 tiles worth 2 points each • T: 6 tiles worth 1 point each
• E: 12 tiles worth 1 point each • U: 4 tiles worth 1 point each
• F: 2 tiles worth 4 points each • V: 2 tiles worth 4 points each
• G: 3 tiles worth 2 points each • W: 2 tiles worth 4 points each
• H: 2 tiles worth 4 points each • X: 1 tile worth 8 points
• I: 9 tiles worth 1 point each • Y: 2 tiles worth 4 points each
• J: 1 tile worth 8 points • Z: 1 tile worth 10 points
There are 100 tiles in a standard
• K: 1 tile worth 5 points
Scrabble set, and each tile has a letter
• L: 4 tiles worth 1 point each
and a point value. The tiles are
• M: 2 tiles worth 3 points each distributed as follows:
1. Double Letter Score (DL): When you place a
tile on a square with a blue DL, you earn double the
point value of that tile.

2. Triple Letter Score (TL): When you place a tile Collect points from
on a square with a pink TL, you earn triple the point
Premium Squares when you
value of that tile.
place tiles on them
3. Double Word Score (DW): When you place a
word on a square with a red DW, you earn double
the total score of the word. When you place a tile on a premium square on the
4. Triple Word Score (TW): When you place a scrabble board, you can collect extra points. The
word on a square with a orange TW, you earn triple premium squares are:
the total score of the word.

It is important to note that when you place a tile on a

premium square, it only affects the score for that one play.
Calculate Each Player’s Score At
The End Of The Game

1. Add up the point value of all the words that each player played during the game.
2. If a player used all seven of their tiles in a single turn (a bingo), add 50 points to
their score.
3. Subtract the point value of any tiles that a player still has on their rack at the end
of the game. For example, if a player has a "Q" tile worth 10 points on their rack
at the end of the game, subtract 10 points from their score.
4. Add up the total points for each player's tiles left on the board at the end of the
game. These are called "unplayed tiles" and count against the player who still has
them on their rack.
5. Add up all the points from steps 1-4 to get each player's final score.
Wishing you a very Happy National
Scrabble Day blessed with many new
words and more points
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Timeline
 Timeline

James Brunot, an entrepreneur, The game becomes a hit when

purchases the rights to the game Macy's department store begins
and renames it "Scrabble." selling it in their stores.

1931 1948 1984

Alfred Mosher Butts creates a The first edition of Scrabble is The first World Scrabble
game called "Lexiko" which later produced and sold in the United Championship is held in London,
evolves into Scrabble. States. England.
1938 1952
 Alternatively, the game can also end if
In Scrabble, the game ends when all
all players agree to end the game early
players have emptied their tile racks and
for any reason, such as running out of
there are no more tiles left to draw from
time or reaching a predetermined score
the bag.
limit.

Ending The Game

When the game ends, each player's score is calculated according to the
rules of the game, and the player with the highest score is declared the
winner. If there is a tie, the player with the highest-scoring single play
wins, and if there is still a tie, the players share the victory.
After the game is over, players may choose to review any challenged
words to ensure that they were played correctly. If a word was played
incorrectly, it may be removed from the board and the player's score
adjusted accordingly. Once all disputes are settled, the game is officially
concluded.
Announce The
Winner.

To announce the winner of a Scrabble game, you would typically

calculate the final scores of all players and declare the player with
Once the time limit has expired or all players have played all their
the highest score as the winner. In official Scrabble tournaments,
tiles, the scores are tallied up, and the winner is declared. In casual
players are usually given a set amount of time to play their moves
games, players may agree on their own rules and scoring methods.
and must keep track of their own scores, which are verified by a
designated referee or judge.
 Tips On Playing Professionally In Scrabble Game
Here are some tips on playing professionally in scrabble game:

01 02 03 04

Learn and memorize the official
Scrabble dictionary:
To become a professional Scrabble
player, it's essential to know the
approved words in the official Scrabble
dictionary.
Practice regularly:
Regular practice is necessary to improve
your Scrabble skills. You can practice by
playing against the computer, online
opponents, or other players in person.
Focus on high-scoring words: Strategize:
Look for opportunities to play high- Scrabble is not just about finding the
scoring words that use uncommon highest-scoring word; it's also about
letters like Q, X, Z, and J. strategic placement of tiles on the board.
 Tips On Playing Professionally In Scrabble Game

05 06 07 08

Keep your tiles balanced: Keep your tiles balanced: Focus on high-scoring words: Strategize:
It's essential to keep your tiles balanced It's essential to keep your tiles balanced Observe your opponent's moves to Scrabble can be a high-pressure game,
with vowels and consonants. If you have with vowels and consonants. If you have anticipate their next move and to especially when playing competitively.
too many consonants too many consonants prevent them from scoring big.
Scrabble Variations
No matter which version you choose, Scrabble is a
great way to exercise your brain and have some

There are many variations of Scrabble, including a fun. So grab some friends, get a board, and get

Junior version for younger players, a Super Scrabble ready to celebrate National Scrabble Day!

version with a larger board, and a Words with Friends

version that can be played online.
 #National
Scrabble Day
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Dates
 Dates

Year Date Day

2023 April 13 Thursday

2024 April 13 Saturday

2025 April 13 Sunday

2026 April 13 Monday

2027 April 13 Tuesday

There is no other way to make a day
happy than playing Scrabble
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