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Welcome to Sight Words! – Sight words are common words – They help us read smoothly – Today’s words: about, like, she, under, we – Use them in sentences to understand better – Practice makes perfect – We’ll read and write these words together | This slide introduces the concept of sight words to first graders, emphasizing their importance in achieving reading fluency. Sight words are frequently encountered in text and can often be recognized by shape, allowing for quicker reading and better comprehension. Today’s focus is on the words ‘about,’ ‘like,’ ‘she,’ ‘under,’ and ‘we.’ Encourage the students to use these words in sentences and to recognize them in stories or other reading materials. Activities should include reading these words in context, writing them, and using them in spoken language. The goal is for students to be able to recognize and read these words instantly, without needing to sound them out.

Sight Words Set 5: Learning to Read with Ease – What are sight words? – Words we often see and should quickly recognize – Sight words appear often – Words like ‘about’, ‘like’, ‘she’, ‘under’, ‘we’ are common in texts – Some are tricky to sound out – Words that don’t always follow phonetic rules – Recognizing them helps reading – Knowing sight words allows for smoother and faster reading | 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 may not follow standard phonetic patterns, making them challenging for children to decode using sound-out strategies. By recognizing these words by sight, students can read more smoothly and with better comprehension. Encourage students to memorize these words through repetition and practice in different contexts. Provide examples and engage the class in activities where they can identify and use these sight words in sentences.

Learning Sight Words: ‘About’ – ‘About’ tells us what something is like – It gives us information on topics or subjects. – Example sentence using ‘about’ – ‘This story is about a brave cat.’ – The word ‘about’ helps describe the story’s subject. – Practice saying ‘about’ together – Repeat the word ‘about’ as a class to remember it easily. | The focus of this slide is to help first graders recognize and understand the use of the sight word ‘about’. Begin by explaining that ‘about’ is used to give us information on the topic or subject of a sentence. Provide a clear example to illustrate its use in context. Encourage the students to listen and then repeat the word ‘about’ several times as a class to enhance memorization. You can also use visual aids or props to represent the word ‘about’ and its meaning. For instance, show a picture of a cat and explain the sentence from the example to connect the word to something familiar. This interactive approach will help students to engage with and remember the sight word more effectively.

Learning the Sight Word: ‘like’ – ‘like’ shows enjoyment – ‘like’ compares things – Example: ‘I like apples.’ – ‘She runs like the wind.’ Similarity – Say it with me: ‘like’! – Practice makes perfect! | The word ‘like’ is versatile and commonly used. It’s important for students to recognize and use it correctly. Start by explaining that ‘like’ can express enjoyment of something. Then, show how ‘like’ can also compare two things. Use clear, relatable examples to illustrate each use. Have the class repeat the word ‘like’ after you to practice pronunciation. Encourage them to think of their own sentences using ‘like’ and to listen for the word in conversations and readings.

Sight Word: ‘She’ – ‘She’ refers to a girl or woman – Example sentence using ‘she’ – ‘She is my sister.’ helps us understand how to use ‘she’ – Practice saying the word ‘she’ – Let’s all say ‘she’ together and practice | The focus of this slide is the sight word ‘she,’ which is commonly used to refer to a female person. Start by explaining the meaning of the word and then provide a clear example to illustrate its use in a sentence. Encourage the students to repeat the word ‘she’ after you to practice pronunciation and reinforce recognition. You can also ask the students to come up with their own sentences using ‘she’ or to identify people in the classroom or their lives that they can describe using ‘she.’ This will help them connect the word to their personal experiences and enhance their understanding.

Exploring the Sight Word: ‘Under’ – ‘Under’ shows location – It means something is below something else. – Example: ‘The cat is under the table.’ – Visualize the cat sitting below the table. – Classroom ‘under’ hunt Find and name items under other items in class. – Discuss ‘under’ positions | The word ‘under’ is a preposition that indicates a relationship involving a lower position. Use the example of the cat under the table to help students visualize the concept. Then, engage the students in a fun classroom activity where they search for and identify objects that are positioned ‘under’ other things. This will help reinforce the meaning of the word through physical association. Encourage students to use the word ‘under’ in sentences describing their findings. This interactive approach aids in memorizing the sight word and understanding its usage in everyday language.

Sight Word: We – ‘We’ means more than one person – Example: ‘We are a team’ – Use ‘we’ when talking about yourself and others doing something together – Practice saying ‘we’ – Repeat ‘we’ to remember how it sounds – ‘We’ shows togetherness – ‘We’ is used to include everyone in the group | The word ‘we’ is a pronoun that refers to a group that includes the speaker and at least one other person. It’s important for first graders to understand the concept of inclusivity that ‘we’ represents. Use the example ‘We are learning sight words’ to show how ‘we’ is used in a sentence. Encourage the students to say ‘we’ out loud several times to get comfortable with the pronunciation. You can also engage the class in a group activity where they have to use ‘we’ in sentences, fostering a sense of community and collaboration while practicing the sight word.

Let’s Practice Reading Sight Words! – Read sentences with new sight words – Listen and follow along – Spot the words: about, like, she, under, we – Can you find ‘about’ in ‘What is this book about?’ – Understand the usage in sentences – See how ‘she’ is used in ‘She likes to play.’ | This slide is designed to engage first-grade students in practicing their new sight words within the context of sentences. Encourage the students to listen carefully as you read sentences aloud, and to follow along with their eyes or fingers. This will help them to recognize and remember the sight words. Highlight the words ‘about’, ‘like’, ‘she’, ‘under’, and ‘we’ in different sentences, and ask the students to spot them as you read. After reading, discuss the meaning of each sentence to ensure comprehension. For example, ask what the book is about or what activities ‘she’ likes. This interactive approach reinforces learning and aids in word recognition.

Class Activity: Sight Word Hunt – Let’s hunt for sight words in class – Match objects or pictures to words – For ‘under’, find something below another object – Pair up and create sentences – ‘She likes apples’ or ‘We are friends’ – Use words: about, like, she, under, we – Focus on words: about, like, she, under, we | This activity is designed to reinforce the recognition of sight words set 5 in a fun and interactive way. Have the classroom set up with various objects and pictures that can be associated with the words ‘about’, ‘like’, ‘she’, ‘under’, and ‘we’. Students will work in pairs to search the classroom and find items that can be connected to each sight word. Once they find an item, they should use it to make a sentence incorporating the sight word. For example, if they find an apple under a chair, they could say ‘The apple is under the chair.’ Encourage creativity and ensure each pair shares their sentences with the class. This will help in building their vocabulary and understanding of the sight words in context. Prepare a list of activities for different pairs, such as drawing a picture related to a sight word, acting out a sight word, or finding the sight word in a book.

Conclusion: Sight Words Set 5 Review – Excellent work learning new words! – Review: about, like, she, under, we – Words we’ve focused on today in class – Practice these words at home – Read books or labels around you for practice – Get ready to use them in sentences – Soon you’ll read these words in stories! | Today’s class was all about familiarizing students with the new set of sight words. As we wrap up, it’s important to reinforce the words by reviewing them. Encourage the students to practice at home by reading books, looking at labels, or even playing word games with their family. Remind them that the more they see and use the words, the easier it will become to recognize them instantly. For the next class, prepare a few simple sentences that include these sight words to show students how they are used in context.