Sight Word Worksheets for 1st GradeWhat's on each sheet
- 📝5 questions per pageOr 7 in compact mode, with smaller pictures.
A worked example first“Look! Like this” shows exactly what to do before kids start.
Quick checkingPrint the answer key, or snap a photo of the finished sheet and let the app mark it.- 📈Progress you can seeScores roll into a skill report, so you know what to practice next.
About these sight word worksheets
Sight words are the small words kids see everywhere, like the, is and said. These sheets put them in real sentences: kids read each one and circle the word that fits the blank. Short sentences keep the focus on the word, and the picture-free layout gives early readers real reading practice.
Reading words in context helps them stick better than flashcards alone. Kindergarten pages use the most common words, first and second grade adds words like were, many and said, and older kids tackle tricky pairs such as their, there and they're.
Skills your child practices
- ✓ Reading high-frequency words
- ✓ Reading short sentences
- ✓ Using context to choose a word
- ✓ Tricky homophones (older kids)
Tips for grown-ups
- Read the sentence out loud with each choice in the blank.
- Point out the same words in books you read together.
- Keep a list of words your child has mastered.
Questions parents ask
What are sight words?
Sight words are very common words that kids learn to recognize quickly, often because they're used so much or don't sound out easily.
How many sight words should a kindergartner know?
It varies by school and child. Focus on steady progress with the most common words rather than a set number.
Is it better to use flashcards or sentences?
Both can help. Sentences show how the word is used, which builds reading fluency and meaning.