Sight Words Buddy

Sight Words, often referred to as the Dolch Word List, are an integral part of the English language, and are among the most frequently used words, totaling to about 200. In fact, they account for approximately 50-70% of general, non-technical reading material. Therefore, it is extremely important to teach Sight Words to children as early as possible in order to form a solid foundation in elementary education. As with any skill, consistent repetition and practice is essential to make the recognition of Sight Words automatic.

Sight Words Buddy is an excellent educational software, specifically designed to provide children with easy and entertaining Sight Word exercises. Once the exercise begins, the student will hear a Sight Word spoken, and the task is to click on the written representation of the word. If the student wishes to hear the word again, simply clicking on the “speaker” picture will repeat the word. Visual and auditory feedback is provided to indicate whether the answer is correct. Once the correct answer is provided, the next word is presented.

This program provides drills for Sight Words at Pre-Primer, Primer, First Grade, Second Grade, and Third Grade levels. Furthermore, each word has been recorded with high-quality sound to promote proper pronunciation, making learning even more engaging. Vibrant, colorful skins have also been included to keep children interested and entertained throughout their learning experience. Using the results chart, progress can be easily tracked as it displays the number of right and wrong answers as well as the percentage of correct answers for each word.

Overall, Sight Words Buddy is an essential tool for educators and parents alike; it is both fun and effective, providing children with a valuable head start in reading, and is completely free of charge for personal use.