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Welcome to Sight Words! – Learning new sight words today – Sight words boost reading skills – These are words we often see in books and use in our sentences. – Fun with words: down, go, out, so, two – Examples: ‘I go down the slide’, ‘We go out to play’, ‘I have two apples’ – Engaging activities to practice | This slide introduces Pre-k students to a new set of sight words, emphasizing the importance of sight words in developing reading fluency. Sight words are common words that children are encouraged to recognize without sounding out. The words ‘down’, ‘go’, ‘out’, ‘so’, and ‘two’ are the focus for this lesson. Engage the students with interactive activities such as word matching games, flashcards, and using the words in sentences they create. Encourage them to spot these words in their favorite storybooks or use them when they speak. This will help them remember the words better and understand their usage in context.

Sight Words Set 6: Learning to Read with Ease – What are sight words? – Words we often see and use. – Sight words can be tricky – They don’t always fit the usual spelling rules. – Memorize for smoother reading – Practice with ‘down, go, out, so, two’ – Use games and flashcards to remember these words. | This slide introduces sight words to Pre-K students, emphasizing their importance in reading fluency. Sight words are common words that appear frequently in text and may not follow standard phonetic rules, making them challenging for early readers. By memorizing sight words, students can read more smoothly and with greater confidence. Encourage students to practice with the words ‘down, go, out, so, two’ through repetition and engaging activities such as games and flashcards. The goal is for students to recognize these words instantly, aiding in the development of their reading skills.

Sight Word: ‘Down’ – ‘Down’ is a sight word – It looks like this: down – Used when things go lower – Like sitting down on the floor – ‘The apple fell down from the tree’ – An example helps us remember | This slide introduces the sight word ‘down’ to Pre-K students. Start by showing the word ‘down’ and ensuring students can identify and say it. Explain that ‘down’ is used to describe movement in a lower direction. Use a simple and relatable example, such as an apple falling from a tree, to illustrate the concept. Encourage the students to come up with their own examples of ‘down’ and to practice using it in sentences. You can also incorporate physical activities, like crouching or sitting down, to reinforce the meaning of the word.

Sight Word: Go – ‘Go’ is our sight word – ‘Go’ means to start moving – Use when leaving a place or beginning an action – Example: ‘Go to school’ – ‘It’s time to go to school’ means it’s time to leave home for school – Practice saying ‘go’ | The word ‘go’ is a common action word that children will often hear and use in daily life. It’s important to show them the written form of the word and associate it with the action of moving or leaving a place. Use the example sentence to help them understand the context in which ‘go’ can be used. Encourage the children to practice saying the word ‘go’ and use it in sentences of their own. You can also play a game where you ask the children to ‘go’ to different areas of the classroom to reinforce the meaning of the word.

Learning the Sight Word: ‘Out’ – Recognizing the word ‘out’ – Understanding the use of ‘out’ – ‘Out’ is used when going from inside to outside – Example sentence with ‘out’ – ‘Let’s go out and play’ means moving from indoors to outdoors to have fun – Practice using ‘out’ in sentences | This slide introduces the sight word ‘out’ to Pre-K students. Start by showing the word ‘out’ and help the children recognize its shape and letters. Explain that ‘out’ is a word we use when we are moving from inside to the outside of a place. Use the example sentence to illustrate its use in a context they are familiar with, such as playing outside. Encourage the children to come up with their own sentences using ‘out’ to reinforce their understanding. You can also incorporate physical activities where children move ‘out’ of a designated area to connect the word with the action.

Learning Sight Word: ‘so’ – Recognize the word ‘so’ – ‘so’ is written with an ‘s’ and an ‘o’ – Understand the usage of ‘so’ – ‘so’ often tells us the reason for something – Example sentence with ‘so’ – ‘I was hungry, so I ate a cookie.’ shows why something was done | This slide introduces the sight word ‘so’ to Pre-k students. Start by showing them the word ‘so’ and help them recognize the letters that make up the word. Explain that ‘so’ is a word that helps us understand why something happens, it gives a reason. Use simple and relatable examples to illustrate the use of ‘so’, like the one provided. Encourage the students to come up with their own sentences using ‘so’ to describe why they do everyday things, such as ‘I was tired, so I went to bed.’ This will help them relate the word to their personal experiences and better memorize it.

Learning Sight Word: ‘Two’ – ‘Two’ is a sight word – It represents the number 2 – It’s used to count objects – Example: ‘I have two apples’ – Use ‘two’ when talking about a pair of items – Practice using ‘two’ in sentences | The focus of this slide is to teach the sight word ‘two’ to Pre-k students. Start by showing them the word ‘two’ and explaining that it represents the number 2, which they can use when they are counting. Provide a simple example that they can relate to, such as having two of an everyday item like pencils or apples. Encourage the students to come up with their own examples of pairs of items to reinforce the concept. Practice with the students by asking them to find examples of ‘two’ items in the classroom or at home, and use the word in sentences to build their familiarity and confidence in recognizing and using the word.

Let’s Practice Reading Sight Words! – Read new words together – Repeat after me: down, go, out, so, two – Emphasize each word clearly – Great job! Now, let’s read faster – Increase reading pace for fluency – Practice makes perfect | This slide is designed to engage Pre-k students in a fun and interactive reading practice of sight words set 6. Start by reading the words ‘down, go, out, so, two’ clearly and at a slow pace, allowing the students to follow and repeat each word after you. Praise their efforts to build confidence. Then, challenge them to read the words at a faster pace to improve fluency. Encourage them to practice these words regularly, as repetition is key to mastering sight words. You can also incorporate playful activities like word games or songs to reinforce learning.

Fun with Sight Words: Matching Game – Play a sight word matching game – Match words to the right pictures – Team up for extra fun – Learn ‘down’, ‘go’, ‘out’, ‘so’, ‘two’ – Examples: ‘down’ with a descending arrow, ‘go’ with a green traffic light | This slide introduces a playful activity to help Pre-k students recognize and learn sight words. The matching game involves students pairing written words with corresponding images, reinforcing their understanding through visual association. Encourage teamwork to promote social skills and make the activity more engaging. For example, ‘down’ could be matched with an image of a slide going downwards, ‘go’ with a green traffic light, ‘out’ with an open door, ‘so’ with a picture of someone relaxing (as in ‘so relaxed’), and ‘two’ with an image of two objects. Provide clear instructions and ensure each child has a turn to participate. This activity not only aids in word recognition but also in developing critical thinking as they deduce the meaning from context.

Class Activity: Sight Word Hunt – Explore the classroom on a word hunt – Match objects to sight words: down, go, out, so, two – Find something you go on, something with two parts, etc. – Say the sight word when you find a match – Practice pronunciation and word recognition – Have fun learning new words! | This activity is designed to be a fun and interactive way for students to engage with sight words. Set up the classroom with various objects or pictures that can be associated with the words ‘down’, ‘go’, ‘out’, ‘so’, and ‘two’. Encourage the children to search the room for these items and say the corresponding sight word aloud when they find one. For example, they might find a picture of a slide and say ‘down’, or a pair of shoes and say ‘two’. This will help them associate the physical object with the word, reinforcing their understanding and memory of the sight word. Make sure to supervise the activity to ensure every child participates and gets the most out of the learning experience. You can also consider pairing students up to promote teamwork.