1. HIGH FREQUENCY SIGHT WORDS- This is a list that is made up of words that are frequently seen in printed texts. Obviously learning these words will help your student become a better reader. Check out this website to see the lists all through the elementary grades. Start with the simple Kindergarten list and then go on to the first grade one.
2. FRY WORDS- These words are most commonly used in reading, writing, and spelling. Students are expected to read the word within 3 seconds once they have seen it. Mastery of fry words leads to reading success in the upper grades. Take a look at the following website to find a list of fry words: http://www.uniqueteachingresources.com/Fry-1000-Instant-Words.html.
3. DOLCH WORDS- This list contains 220 words that are found in children's books (Preschool-3rd grade). Students are expected to quickly recognize each word on the list in order to gain reading fluency. Check out the list here.
These lists overlap of course, so click on the links and see which one you like the best. Don't get overwhelmed with all of the words. Most of them your student has already mastered!
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