Help Your Child Develop a Strong Sight Word Vocabulary

Developing a strong sight word vocabulary is an important part of learning to read. It is especially important for children with learning disabilities in basic reading and those who cannot use phonics skills to decode words.

The E. W. Dolch word list was developed in the 1930's as a tool for teachers to use in teaching children words that occur with high frequency in early reading materials. The Dolch list is still widely used today, and it remains a good resource for teaching sight word vocabulary:

• Preprimer words for preschoolers and toddler picture books
• Kindergarten level words
• First grade level words
• Second grade level words
• Third grade level words

Sometimes it takes a variety of creative ways to encourage reluctant readers, especially children with learning disabilities. Keep it fun and entertaining, and you'll help reduce your child's anxieties and teach them along the way.