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Welcome to Sight Words! – Greet our Super Readers – Become word detectives today – We’ll search for words we know without sounding out – Learn to spot special words – Like ‘the’, ‘and’, ‘it’, ‘is’ – these words pop up a lot! – Sight words are all around us – We’ll find sight words in books, signs, and more | This slide is designed to excite the students about becoming ‘word detectives’ and to introduce the concept of sight words. Sight words are common words that appear frequently in text and can often be recognized by sight rather than sounding out. This lesson will help students increase their reading fluency by recognizing these words instantly. Encourage the children to be observant of the words around them, not just in books but also in their environment, like on signs, labels, and in their homes. Make the learning interactive by having them point out sight words during storytime or on a word wall in the classroom.

Exploring Sight Words – Sight words are common words – Words like ‘the’, ‘and’, ‘it’ appear often in text – They can be hard to sound out – Words such as ‘said’, ‘are’, ‘two’ don’t follow usual sound rules – We memorize them for fluency – Remembering them helps us avoid sounding out each time – Practice helps us read quickly – The more we see and use them, the faster we’ll recognize them | This slide introduces sight words to Pre-K students, emphasizing their frequency in texts and the difficulty they may present due to their phonetic irregularity. The goal is for students to memorize these words to improve reading speed and fluency. Activities can include flashcards, matching games, and reading simple books that incorporate sight words. Encourage students to look for these words in their favorite stories and practice them with their parents at home. The repetition and familiarity will aid in quick recognition, making reading a smoother and more enjoyable experience.

Sight Words Set 1 Review – Reviewing our first word set – Read words together aloud – Recognizing ‘the’, ‘and’, ‘I’ – Examples: ‘I see the cat.’ and ‘You and I play.’ – Celebrate our reading success | This slide is aimed at reviewing the first set of sight words with the class. Start by encouraging the children to look at the words they have learned and try to read them together as a class. Focus on the words ‘the’, ‘and’, ‘I’, which are commonly used in sentences. Provide examples of simple sentences using these words to help children understand their usage in context. Praise the students for their efforts in recognizing and reading the words, reinforcing their confidence and reading skills. The goal is to make the review interactive and enjoyable, ensuring the children are engaged and recognizing the words with ease.

Fun with Sight Words: Matching Game – Let’s play a sight word matching game! – Find two matching word cards – Look for pairs with the same sight word – Say the matched word out loud – Practice pronunciation with each match – Celebrate your word discoveries! | This slide introduces a fun and interactive matching game to help Pre-k students review sight words from sets 1 10. Set up the classroom with pairs of cards face down. Each card has one sight word from the sets they’ve learned. Students will take turns flipping two cards at a time, trying to find a matching pair. When they find a match, they should say the word out loud to reinforce recognition and pronunciation. Celebrate each match to encourage participation and make learning fun. This activity helps with memory, word recognition, and speaking skills. For variation, consider having different sets of words for different groups or adapting the game for individual play with a timer.

Exploring Sight Words: Sets 2 10 – More sets to discover – Each set has unique words – Sets include words like ‘the’, ‘and’, ‘you’ – Read words together in class – We’ll read as a group and repeat – Practice makes perfect – The more we practice, the better we’ll get! | This slide is designed to excite the Pre-k students about discovering new sight words in sets 2 10. Emphasize that each set introduces them to different words, expanding their vocabulary. Engage the class by reading the words together, which reinforces learning through repetition and group participation. Encourage practice both in class and at home to build familiarity with these words. Activities can include word matching games, flashcards, and writing exercises. Remember, consistent practice is key to mastering sight words and improving reading fluency.

Story Time with Sight Words – Listen to the story carefully – Clap when you hear a sight word – Practice listening and quick recognition – Recognize words from sets 1-10 – Words like ‘the’, ‘and’, ‘it’, ‘is’, ‘to’ – Count how many sight words we find – Keep track of the sight words you hear | This activity is designed to help Pre-k students recognize and reinforce their understanding of sight words from sets 1-10. As you read the story aloud, students will listen attentively for sight words they have learned. When they hear one, they should clap their hands. This interactive approach helps students to stay engaged and actively listen for familiar words. It also aids in developing their auditory processing and quick recognition skills. Teachers should pause briefly after each sight word to allow students to respond. At the end of the story, discuss with the class how many sight words they found and go over any words they may have missed. This will provide immediate feedback and a chance to celebrate their learning.

Create Your Own Sight Words Book – Make your own sight words book – Illustrate each word with a drawing – Draw a sun for ‘bright’, a cat for ‘soft’ – Share your book with a friend – Have fun learning and creating – Show your book to a friend and read it together | This activity is designed to reinforce the recognition of sight words through a creative and interactive approach. Encourage the students to use their imagination to draw a picture that represents the meaning of each sight word, which will help them remember the words better. Once they have completed their books, they should be given the opportunity to share their work with their classmates, which will not only enhance their social skills but also allow them to practice reading the sight words aloud. Provide assistance as needed and ensure that each student feels proud of their book. This activity can be adapted to accommodate children with different learning styles and can be a fun way for them to engage with language arts.

Sight Words Mastery – Reviewing our sight words – Let’s go over the words we’ve learned. – Reading words independently – Try to read the words on your own. – Celebrating your progress – Becoming a sight words expert – You’re doing great recognizing words! | This slide is aimed at reinforcing the sight words learned by the students. Start by revisiting the words covered in sets 1 10, encouraging the children to recall the words. Prompt them to read the words without assistance, fostering independence and confidence in their reading abilities. Acknowledge their improvement and celebrate their journey towards becoming proficient readers. The slide should be interactive, with the teacher providing support and praise. For the activity, consider having flashcards for each sight word and asking students to pick a card and read the word aloud. Also, incorporate games like ‘Sight Word Bingo’ or ‘Memory Match’ with sight words to make the review session fun and engaging.

Class Activity: Sight Word Bingo – Play Bingo with sight words – Place a marker on known words – Use beans, buttons, or counters as markers – Aim for five in a row – Celebrate the winners! – Clap and cheer for our Bingo champions | This activity is designed to reinforce the recognition of sight words in a fun and interactive way. Prepare Bingo cards with a selection of words from sets 1 10 that the students have been learning. Use everyday items like beans or buttons as markers. Explain the rules clearly and demonstrate how to play. Encourage the children to focus and find the words they recognize. When a student gets five in a row, they should shout ‘Bingo!’ and the game pauses to verify. Celebrate each win to motivate the children. Possible variations of the game could include ‘four corners’, ‘X marks the spot’, or ‘full card’ Bingo to keep the activity engaging and cater to different skill levels.

Congratulations, Word Detectives! – Great job learning sight words! – Spot sight words everywhere – Keep an eye out for words from sets 1-10 – Practice at home and school – Try to find and read sight words around you – Excited for our next reading adventure! | This slide is meant to celebrate the students’ achievements in learning sight words and to encourage them to continue practicing outside of the classroom. Remind them to look for these words in their environment, such as on signs, in books, or even on TV. Reinforce the idea that learning is continuous and everywhere, not just in school. Get them excited for the next lesson by hinting at more fun activities and learning opportunities to come. This will help keep their interest and motivation high.