RANDOM OBJECT GENERATOR
Spin the random object generator for a random thing from 116 everyday objects: around the house, in the kitchen, at school, outdoors, toys, clothing, tech and vehicles. Made for drawing prompts, Pictionary, charades, scavenger hunts and writing games.
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116 objects · 0.86% eachType
The wheel shows 24 of the 116 matching objects, drawn at random, so every one has the same chance.
Every object on the wheel
All the objects, grouped by where you would find them. Each one is something you can draw or act out without explaining it first.
Around the house
Spin only these- Lamp
- Pillow
- Blanket
- Couch
- Clock
- Mirror
- Toothbrush
- Umbrella
- Key
- Candle
- Remote Control
- Vacuum Cleaner
- Broom
- Towel
- Basket
- Picture Frame
- Light Bulb
- Bathtub
18 objects · 5.6% chance each when spun alone
Kitchen
Spin only these- Spoon
- Fork
- Frying Pan
- Teapot
- Toaster
- Blender
- Cutting Board
- Mug
- Refrigerator
- Whisk
- Rolling Pin
- Lunchbox
- Microwave
- Kettle
- Ice Cube Tray
15 objects · 6.7% chance each when spun alone
School and office
Spin only these- Pencil
- Eraser
- Backpack
- Scissors
- Ruler
- Stapler
- Notebook
- Crayon
- Globe
- Calculator
- Paperclip
- Glue Stick
- Desk
- Chalkboard
- Pencil Sharpener
15 objects · 6.7% chance each when spun alone
Outdoors
Spin only these- Tent
- Kite
- Shovel
- Watering Can
- Wheelbarrow
- Hammock
- Mailbox
- Flashlight
- Compass
- Fishing Rod
- Garden Hose
- Sled
- Birdhouse
- Campfire
14 objects · 7.1% chance each when spun alone
Toys and games
Spin only these- Teddy Bear
- Yo-Yo
- Rubber Duck
- Dice
- Jigsaw Puzzle
- Balloon
- Jump Rope
- Marbles
- Toy Robot
- Building Blocks
- Frisbee
- Soccer Ball
- Kaleidoscope
- Skateboard
- Spinning Top
15 objects · 6.7% chance each when spun alone
Clothing
Spin only these- Baseball Cap
- Sneakers
- Scarf
- Mittens
- Sunglasses
- Raincoat
- Socks
- Boots
- Necktie
- Belt
- Wristwatch
- Bow Tie
- Pajamas
- Hoodie
14 objects · 7.1% chance each when spun alone
Tech
Spin only these- Smartphone
- Laptop
- Headphones
- Camera
- Television
- Game Controller
- Keyboard
- Speaker
- Tablet
- Drone
- Printer
- Phone Charger
12 objects · 8.3% chance each when spun alone
Vehicles
Spin only these- Car
- Bicycle
- Train
- Airplane
- School Bus
- Sailboat
- Helicopter
- Rocket
- Tractor
- Submarine
- Hot Air Balloon
- Scooter
- Fire Truck
13 objects · 7.7% chance each when spun alone
Ways to use a random object generator
Pictionary without the cards
Spin, show the drawer the result, and start the timer. Remove each winner so the same object never comes up twice in a game.
Daily drawing prompt
One spin a day gives you a sketchbook prompt. Combine two spins, such as a teapot that is also a submarine, for something stranger.
Story starters
Spin three random things and write a short story that uses all of them. It works well as a five-minute classroom warm-up.
Scavenger hunts
Filter to Around the house or Kitchen and send kids to find whatever object the wheel lands on.
About the list
A random object generator is only useful if every result is concrete. Each object here is a physical thing a child would recognize, which is what drawing and guessing games need. That is also why the list sticks to objects rather than ideas, places or people.
The types are loose: a skateboard could be a toy or a vehicle. Each object sits in the group where most people would look for it. People search for this as a random thing generator too; it is the same wheel.
Every spin is fair: the result is chosen before the animation starts, and the method is written up onhow random selection works. To spin your own list instead, use the custom wheel.
Random Object Generator FAQ
What is a random object generator for?
It picks an object for you so you do not have to think of one. People use it for Pictionary, charades, drawing prompts, writing exercises, ESL vocabulary practice and scavenger hunts.
Is it the same as a random thing generator?
Yes. Every result is a concrete, everyday thing, so the wheel works whether you call it a random object generator or a random thing generator.
Is the pick really random?
Yes. The result comes from your browser's Web Crypto API before the wheel starts moving. The wheel shows 24 objects dealt at random from the matching list, so each of the 116 objects has the same chance over time.
Can I pick only kitchen objects or only vehicles?
Yes. Choose a type above the wheel and only those objects are dealt onto it.
Can I add my own objects?
Use the custom wheel to paste your own list. It saves in your browser and can be shared as a link.