Random Item Generator: Free Wheel of Random Things (30 Everyday Objects)
A random item is useful for many things, like a drawing prompt, a charades round, or a scavenger hunt. But when you think of an object yourself, you keep picking the same few things, and you have to write a new list every time you need one.
To save you from this effort, spinwheelhub.net has built a Random Item Generator for you. In the following, this random item generator is explained in detail.
What is Random Item Generator
Random item generator is a spin wheel template at spinwheelhub.net which gives you a ready-made wheel of 30 everyday objects. You spin this object wheel, and it picks one random object for you.
If you want a different set of objects, you can change the list. You can add your own items and remove the ones you do not need.
What Is the Object Wheel Good For?
A random object is only useful if you do something with it. Following are some ways to use this object wheel for creative and productive activities.
Drawing and Writing Prompts
Spin this wheel generator and draw the item in 2 minutes. Or write a short story where the item is the most important thing. The wheel gives you a simple object, so the idea comes from you.
You can also spin it 3 times and use all three items in one drawing or one story. This makes the prompt harder and more fun. You can visit our dedicated drawing prompt wheel if you want to.
Charades, Improv and Party Games
Spin this random item picker wheel, and the actor shows the item without words. Items like Guitar, Scissors, and Soccer Ball are easy to act out. Items like Compass and Magnet are harder, so save them for good players.
Because the wheel can say the winner out loud, mute it with the “Sound” button before you start. If you want more ideas to act out, try our charades generator.
Scavenger Hunts and Classroom Games
All 30 items are common household things. So you can spin this object wheel and say “find this in 2 minutes”. The first player to bring it back wins the round.
In a classroom, a teacher can use the random stuff generator wheel for vocabulary. Spin an item, and a student must use it in a sentence or describe it without saying its name.
Show-and-Tell and Speaking Practice
Spin an item and speak about it for 30 seconds. What is it used for, where do you keep it, and when did you last use it? This is a good speaking warm-up for kids and for language learners.
How Does the Random Item Generator Work?
The working of this random item wheel is very simple. You only have to follow the following steps:
- Click the “Spin” button, or click anywhere on the wheel.
- This object wheel spins and slows down, and the pointer stops on one item.
- A pop-up shows the item you got. Moreover, the chosen item name is announced as well.
- Click “Spin again” for another item, or click “Remove” to take that item off the wheel.
That is all you need for a quick pick. To change the items, edit the “Entries” box. Type one item per line, and the wheel updates.
How to Make Your Own Random Item Wheel
You do not need to use all 30 items. You can build a themed random item wheel in a minute. Open the “Entries” box, delete the items you do not want, and type your own. Following are some theme ideas:
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Theme |
Example items |
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Kitchen |
Spoon, Plate, Kettle, Whisk, Apron |
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Office |
Stapler, Tape, Mouse, Mug, Paper Clip |
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Outdoor |
Tent, Rope, Bucket, Map, Binoculars |
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School bag |
Ruler, Eraser, Marker, Folder, Lunch Box |
For a scavenger hunt, keep only items that everyone can find. For a drawing game, keep items with a clear shape.
All 30 Objects on the Wheel of Random Things
Following is every item on this wheel generator, with its type and what it works best for. The type and the “good for” column are our own ratings, based on how easy each object is to draw, act out, or find.
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Item |
Type |
Good for |
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Umbrella |
Everyday carry |
Drawing, charades |
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Backpack |
Everyday carry |
Scavenger hunt, writing |
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Water Bottle |
Everyday carry |
Scavenger hunt, writing |
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Headphones |
Everyday carry |
Charades, drawing |
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Flashlight |
Tool |
Writing, scavenger hunt |
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Notebook |
Desk and study |
Scavenger hunt, writing |
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Scissors |
Tool |
Charades, drawing |
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Alarm Clock |
Home |
Drawing, writing |
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Candle |
Home |
Writing, drawing |
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Sunglasses |
Everyday carry |
Charades, drawing |
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Keys |
Everyday carry |
Scavenger hunt, writing |
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Wallet |
Everyday carry |
Scavenger hunt, writing |
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Toothbrush |
Personal care |
Charades, scavenger hunt |
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Pillow |
Home |
Scavenger hunt, charades |
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Blanket |
Home |
Scavenger hunt, charades |
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Mirror |
Home |
Drawing, writing |
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Lamp |
Home |
Drawing, scavenger hunt |
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Clock |
Home |
Drawing, writing |
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Book |
Desk and study |
Scavenger hunt, writing |
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Pencil |
Desk and study |
Drawing, scavenger hunt |
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Coffee Mug |
Home |
Drawing, scavenger hunt |
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Calculator |
Desk and study |
Scavenger hunt, writing |
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Magnet |
Tool |
Writing, scavenger hunt |
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Camera |
Tech |
Charades, drawing |
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Watch |
Everyday carry |
Drawing, writing |
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Hat |
Clothing |
Charades, drawing |
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Scarf |
Clothing |
Charades, scavenger hunt |
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Soccer Ball |
Sports |
Charades, drawing |
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Guitar |
Music |
Charades, drawing |
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Compass |
Tool |
Writing, drawing |
How to Avoid Repeats
By default, an item can come up twice in a row. If you do not want that, you have two options.
- Click “Remove” on the pop-up. That item leaves the wheel.
- Open “Customize” and turn on “Remove winner after spin”. Every item that comes up leaves the wheel on its own.
The “Results” tab keeps a list of your spins. So you can check what came up in all rounds.
FAQs
Conclusion
In short, this random item generator is a helpful tool for you if you need a random object for a game, a drawing, or a story. You just spin the wheel, and the pointer picks one of 30 everyday items.
Moreover, this wheel of random things is not fixed. You can build a themed random item wheel for the kitchen, the office, or the classroom, and you can stop repeats with one setting. So customize it as per your own preferences.
