Sight WordsGrade 1 English for Kids
I, we, the, see… words to know by heart.
Sight Words helps first graders learn the words they see most in books, like I, we, the, is, you and like. Kids hear each word, type it and learn it by heart, so reading becomes smoother and faster.
- Grade 1 · Ages 6–7
- 4 games
- 32 practice questions
- About 20 min
- Sight Words 1
- Sight Words 2
- Sight Words 3
- Sight Word Detective
English typing course · Grade 1
Sight Words · Learning goals
What Your Child Will Learn
Sight words are words we see all the time in books. Hear them, type them and learn them by heart: I, we, the, is, you, like and more.
- Sight Words 1
- Sight Words 2
- Sight Words 3
- Sight Word Detective
Why it matters
Why This Matters for Kids
Smoother reading
Sight words make up a large share of the words in early books. Knowing them by heart helps kids read fluently.
Words you can't sound out
Many sight words don't follow phonics rules, so practice is the best way to learn them.
Writing sentences
Kids need sight words to write their own sentences, like "I like the dog."
Inside Sight Words
How the Course Works
Short typing games: kids hear or see each word, type it, and get instant, friendly feedback.
Step 1 · Game
Sight Words 1
Listen and type: I, a, we, me, my and more. Hear a word and type it. (8 exercises)
Step 2 · Game
Sight Words 2
Listen and type: is, it, in, at and more. Hear a word and type it. (8 exercises)
Step 3 · Game
Sight Words 3
Listen and type: you, he, she, like and more. Hear a word and type it. (8 exercises)
Step 4 · Game
Sight Word Detective
A letter is missing from each word. Find it! Fill in the missing letters. (8 exercises)
Word list
Grade 1 Words and Sentences to Type
A sample of what your child hears, reads and types in this course.
- i(pronoun)
- a(sight word)
- we(pronoun)
- me(pronoun)
- my(pronoun)
- see(verb)
- go(verb)
- the(sight word)
- is(sight word)
- it(pronoun)
- in(sight word)
- at(sight word)
- up(sight word)
- to(sight word)
- can(sight word)
- and(sight word)
- you(pronoun)
- he(pronoun)
- she(pronoun)
- like(verb)
- look(verb)
- no(sight word)
- yes(sight word)
- said(sight word)
For parents
Try It at Home
Learning sticks best when kids use it in real life. Here are simple ideas from this course.
Parent Tip
Write five sight words on sticky notes around the house. Each time your child passes one, they read it out loud.
Sight Words · Questions from parents
Frequently Asked Questions
What age is this course for?
Sight Words is a grade 1 english course for kids ages 6–7. That is Year 2 english in the UK and Year 1 in Australia. It also works well for review in the next grade, or as a challenge for a confident younger learner.
What will my child learn?
Sight words are words we see all the time in books. Hear them, type them and learn them by heart: I, we, the, is, you, like and more. Along the way they practice: Sight Words 1; Sight Words 2; Sight Words 3; Sight Word Detective.
How long does the course take?
About 20 minutes in total, split into 4 short levels. Most kids finish it over two or three sessions. Progress is saved, so they can stop any time and pick up where they left off.
Is this course free?
Sight Words is part of SkillBloom Premium, which unlocks every course in every subject. Each subject also has free courses, so your child can try SkillBloom before you decide.
Does my child need to read well to use it?
No. Every word and sentence is read aloud first, and kids type what they hear. Spelling and reading grow together as they play.
Can we use it for homeschool?
Yes. SkillBloom is built for homeschooling families. Kids work through lessons, games and quizzes on their own, and the parent dashboard shows what they finished and which skills need more practice. It works on phones, tablets and laptops.
Keep learning
More Grade 1 English Courses
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- Numbers and ColorsType number words and color words.
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