Sight words are common words that children learn to recognize instantly without sounding them out. They appear frequently in books and sentences, helping young readers read more smoothly and quickly.
Learning sight words supports reading fluency and confidence. These words often don’t follow standard spelling rules, so recognizing them by sight helps children read full sentences more easily.
Teach sight words by seeing the word, saying it out loud, and using it in a sentence. Repetition and practice help children remember them with ease.
Show the word quickly and have your child say it aloud. Use cards for words like blue, away, and big.
While reading books, have your child point to known sight words when they appear in the text.
Play matching games, bingo, or memory with sight word cards to make practice fun.
Let children trace, write, and color the words. This builds familiarity through visual memory.
Help your child make short sentences with sight words: “The big cat” or “I see blue.”
Children may confuse look-alike words or guess based on the first letter. Practice often and use visual, spoken, and written forms to reinforce learning.
Knowing sight words helps young readers become confident and fluent. With fun and steady practice, your child will grow into a strong and joyful reader.