Sight words are common words children learn to recognize without sounding them out. These words appear frequently in texts and are key to early reading fluency and understanding.
Words like is and in are found in almost every sentence children read. Knowing them helps young learners decode meaning quickly and read smoothly.
Young learners benefit from repetition, movement, and context when learning sight words. Saying, writing, and using them in fun sentences supports strong word recognition.
Search for sight words like in or is in books, magazines, or around the classroom.
Sing a short tune: “Jump up high!” or “It is time to go.”
Let your child write the word little using different colors to help them remember the spelling.
Use puppets to act out silly stories with words like it and in. Make learning interactive and fun.
Place sight word cards on the floor and say a word like jump. Let your child hop to the correct word.
Children might mix up words that look or sound similar. Staying consistent and playful helps children gain confidence.
The five sight words — in, is, it, jump, and little — are building blocks for reading. With fun repetition and real-life examples, your child will grow more confident each day.