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Welcome to Sight Words! – Sight words boost reading skills – They help us read quickly without sounding out – ‘Be’, ‘have’, ‘or’, ‘pretty’, ‘this’ – These words often appear in books and stories – Practice makes perfect – We’ll learn to recognize them without thinking – Get ready to read better! | This slide introduces first graders to the concept of sight words, which are common words that appear frequently in text and can often be recognized by sight rather than sounded out. Emphasize the importance of these words in improving reading fluency. Introduce the five sight words for this lesson: be, have, or, pretty, and this. Explain that knowing these words by sight will help them read more smoothly. Encourage students to practice these words at home and in class to become more familiar with them. Activities can include flashcards, writing the words in sentences, and finding them in a story. The goal is for students to be able to recognize and read these words instantly to aid their reading comprehension.

Sight Words Set 3: Learning to Read with Ease – What are sight words? – Words we often see and should remember – Sight words are frequent flyers – Words like ‘be’, ‘have’, ‘or’, ‘pretty’, ‘this’ appear often in texts – Some words don’t follow the rules – Unlike ‘cat’ or ‘dog’, these words may not sound like they look – Recognize them instantly for fluent reading – Knowing sight words helps us read without stopping to sound out each word | This slide introduces the concept of sight words to first graders, emphasizing their importance in developing reading fluency. Sight words are common words that appear frequently in text and often don’t follow standard phonetic rules, making them tricky for early readers. By memorizing sight words, students can recognize them quickly and read more smoothly without needing to decode each word. Encourage students to practice these words regularly, both in isolation and in the context of sentences and stories, to build their reading confidence and speed.

Sight Word: ‘be’ – ‘be’ is a very common word – It helps form sentences about ourselves and others – Example: ‘I want to be a firefighter’ – Shows a wish or dream for the future – Practice saying it: ‘be’ – Repeat it to remember how it sounds | The word ‘be’ is an essential sight word for first graders and is used frequently in everyday language. It’s a verb that helps to talk about actions or states of being. Use the example sentence to show how ‘be’ can express a desire or goal, making it relatable to the students by asking about their own aspirations. Encourage the class to say ‘be’ aloud together multiple times to reinforce pronunciation and recognition. You can also use a call and response technique where you say ‘I want to be’ and the students respond with different professions or states of being to make the activity interactive and fun.

Sight Word: ‘have’ – ‘have’ indicates possession – It means something belongs to someone. – Example: ‘I have a pet dog.’ – Shows ownership of the pet dog. – Practice saying: ‘have’ – Let’s use ‘have’ in sentences – We’ll create our own examples in class. | The sight word ‘have’ is an important word that shows possession or ownership. It’s a common word that first graders will encounter frequently in their reading. Start by explaining the meaning of ‘have’ with simple examples. Encourage the students to repeat the word after you to practice pronunciation. Then, use the word in a sentence to show context. Finally, prepare to engage the students in an activity where they can use ‘have’ in sentences they create, which will help solidify their understanding of the word. This interactive approach will ensure they can recognize and use ‘have’ correctly in their reading and writing.

Sight Word: ‘or’ – ‘Or’ offers a choice – Example: Apple or banana? – Choose between two things: an apple or a banana – Say it with me: ‘or’ – Pronunciation practice helps memorization – Practice using ‘or’ in sentences – Create your own sentences with ‘or’ | The sight word ‘or’ is a conjunction that presents alternatives or choices. It’s a common word that first graders will encounter frequently in their reading. Start by explaining the function of ‘or’ in a sentence. Use clear, relatable examples like choosing between two fruits to illustrate the concept. Engage the class by repeating the word ‘or’ together to help with pronunciation and memorization. Encourage the students to come up with their own examples of sentences using ‘or’ to reinforce their understanding. This interactive approach helps students to recognize and use the word ‘or’ confidently in various contexts.

Sight Word: ‘pretty’ – ‘Pretty’ means looks nice – Example: ‘pretty flowers’ – Use ‘pretty’ to describe nice things – Practice saying: ‘pretty’ – Repeat together to remember it – ‘Pretty’ in our books – Find and point out ‘pretty’ in stories | The focus of this slide is the sight word ‘pretty,’ which is often used to describe something that is pleasing to the eye. Start by explaining the meaning of ‘pretty’ and provide a clear example that is relatable to first graders, such as ‘pretty flowers.’ Engage the class by saying the word ‘pretty’ together multiple times to help them remember it. Encourage the students to practice finding the word ‘pretty’ in their favorite books or classroom materials, reinforcing recognition and understanding. This activity will help students to not only recognize and read the word but also to understand its usage in different contexts.

Sight Word: ‘this’ – ‘This’ shows something nearby – Example: ‘This is my toy’ – Use ‘this’ to talk about something you can touch – Practice saying: ‘this’ – Repeat the word ‘this’ together – ‘This’ in sentences – Find ‘this’ in your favorite book | The word ‘this’ is a demonstrative pronoun that refers to a specific object or person close to the speaker. It’s important for first graders to recognize and use ‘this’ correctly to point out things that are near them. Start by showing an object and using ‘this’ in a sentence, like ‘This is my favorite toy.’ Have the class repeat the word ‘this’ several times to practice pronunciation. Then, ask students to find examples of the word ‘this’ in their favorite books or use ‘this’ in their own sentences. Encourage them to bring an object from home and describe it using ‘this’ to reinforce the concept.

Let’s Practice Reading Sight Words! – Read a story together – Listen for new sight words – Words to listen for: ‘be’, ‘have’, ‘or’, ‘pretty’, ‘this’ – Read along with the teacher – Follow along as I read the story aloud – Recognize ‘be’, ‘have’, ‘or’, ‘pretty’, ‘this’ – Spot and say the words when you hear them | This slide is for a reading activity designed to help first graders recognize and read sight words set 3: ‘be’, ‘have’, ‘or’, ‘pretty’, ‘this’. Start by reading a short story that includes these words. Encourage the students to listen carefully and try to identify the sight words as they come up in the story. Prompt them to read along with you to practice pronunciation and fluency. After reading, engage the class by asking them to point out the sight words they heard. This interactive approach helps reinforce their ability to recognize and read these common words in context.

Fun Sight Word Game: Matching Challenge – Play a sight word matching game – Match words to the correct pictures – Find all matches to win – Who will be the matching master? | This slide introduces a fun and interactive matching game to help students recognize and remember sight words. Set up the classroom with pictures that represent the sight words ‘be’, ‘have’, ‘or’, ‘pretty’, and ‘this’. Each student will have a set of cards with these sight words written on them. The goal is for students to match the sight word card to the corresponding picture. For example, ‘be’ could be matched with a picture of a bee, ‘pretty’ with a flower, etc. This activity not only reinforces the sight words but also encourages quick thinking and friendly competition. Prepare variations of the game to accommodate different learning paces, such as timed rounds or team play. Celebrate all participants and especially those who find all the matches first.

Class Activity: Sight Word Hunt – Let’s hunt for sight words in class – Match objects to ‘be’, ‘have’, ‘or’, ‘pretty’, ‘this’ – Example: Find a ‘pretty’ flower – Like a ‘pretty’ picture or colorful book – Share what you ‘have’ found with the class – Show and tell us why it matches the word | This interactive activity is designed to help students recognize and understand sight words in a fun and engaging way. By associating the words with physical objects, students can better grasp their meanings and uses. Encourage the children to look around the classroom and find items that can be connected to each of the sight words. For ‘be’, they might point to themselves or a friend; for ‘have’, they could pick something they own. ‘Or’ can be used to show choice between objects, ‘pretty’ can be something visually appealing, and ‘this’ can be used to indicate any object they choose. After the hunt, each student will have the opportunity to present their findings and practice using the sight words in sentences. Prepare to guide them with prompts and ensure each child gets a turn.

Review and Goodbye – Excellent work on sight words! – Practice them at home too – Try using ‘be’, ‘have’, ‘or’, ‘pretty’, ‘this’ in sentences – Get ready for more next time – Keep reading and having fun! – Reading is exciting with new words! | Congratulate the students on their hard work learning new sight words today. Encourage them to continue practicing at home to reinforce their memory. Let them know that they will learn more sight words in the upcoming classes, which will help them become better readers. Suggest that they try to use the new words in sentences to make them more familiar. Remind them that reading can be fun and that they are doing great. End the class on a positive note, looking forward to the next lesson.