Sight Word Stations

During our literacy time we have started working in sight word stations. Eventually this will evolve into Daily 5 time, but we aren't quite ready for that just yet. Instead, we take 20 minutes to work on sight words each day. I start by introducing a sight word reader that we read together and look for one or two sight words that we will be working on for the week. We read it several times throughout the week and the children practice the words during our stations after lunch. 

One station is play doh. The children can make their letters out of play doh to make words. If they finish their words, they can practice their names or other words they might know. 

Another station is magnets. The children can find the letters to make their sight words or just explore the different letters and combinations. 

Another station is stamp and write. The children find and stamp the letters to make their words and then write them as well. I think they like this one the best! Stamps are always a big hit!

The last station that we have been working on is Rainbow Writing. This is a fun activity where children practice writing their words with several different colors. The girls really like this one!

 We will be adding more ways to make words as the year goes on and eventually more stations. This is a great way for the children to practice their words and have a good time while doing it!