Learning to read can feel like a huge milestone, and it absolutely is! One tool that can make the journey smoother and more enjoyable for young learners (and their teachers!) is the use of sight words. These are words that kids learn to recognize instantly, without needing to sound them out.
Imagine the confidence boost a child gets when they can quickly identify “the,” “and,” or “is” in a sentence! This instant recognition speeds up reading and improves comprehension. Let’s dive into how you can use a well-known resource to help kids on their reading adventure: the dolch sight word lists!