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What are sight words?

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Sight words are common words that children are encouraged to recognize without having to sound them out. They are often used in reading and writing.

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Why are sight words important?

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Sight words are important because they help children read more fluently and understand texts better by recognizing frequently used words quickly.

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What is a grey sight word?

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Grey sight words refer to a specific set of sight words that are often highlighted in grey to indicate their importance in early reading.

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Can you give an example of a sight word?

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Examples of sight words include 'the', 'and', 'is', 'to', and 'in'.

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How can children practice sight words?

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Children can practice sight words through flashcards, reading books that contain these words, and engaging in writing activities.

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What is the difference between sight words and phonetic words?

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Sight words are memorized for quick recognition, while phonetic words are sounded out based on spelling rules.

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What strategies can help with learning sight words?

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Strategies include repetition, using sight word games, and incorporating sight words into daily reading.

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How do sight words contribute to reading comprehension?

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Sight words contribute to reading comprehension by allowing children to focus on understanding the meaning of sentences rather than decoding every word.

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What age group typically learns sight words?

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Sight words are typically introduced to children in preschool and kindergarten.

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What is a common method for teaching sight words?

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A common method for teaching sight words is the 'look-say' method, where children look at the word, say it, and then write it.