Sure the Dolch sight words are an impressive list, but with a little bit of practice your students can master them in no time. If you are searching for some ways to get some hands on practice, check out these seven really good ways to help your children learn. Whether you are a preschool teacher, homeschooler, or elementary school teacher, these practical ideas can help get you started.
7 Ways to Practice Sight Words
1. Magnetic Boards
Break out your Dolch Phrase Cards and have students practice spelling the words (or phrases!) using magnetic letters. An old cookie sheet covered with a contrasting piece of construction paper can serve as an instant magnetic board.
2. Memory Matchup
Word work has never been so much fun as when you play sight word memory. Write each sight word on two index cards to play. Store in a zippered quart size bag to make it easy to take along with you for instant word game practice fun. Whether you are waiting in line at the cafeteria or traveling to the mountains with the kids for a quick family weekend getaway, sight word memory can be a great option.
3. I Spy….My Sight Words!
The E.Z.C. Reader strips are great for students to follow along as they read or look through their favorite books. They can use them to highlight their sight words or track a phrase. The E.Z.C. Guiding Paws are another favorite for this activity too.
James says
I like to teach the words together with understanding to help make my students super readers!
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These are great fun!