Droppin' Knowledge on Sight Words and Word Mapping

Teacher-created activities, games, and tips aligned with science to help kids learn to read Created by a team of experienced teachers, not researchers, and aligned with the latest in the science of reading, Droppin' Knowledge on Sight Words: Strategies, Games, and Resources Aligned to the Science of Reading is a fun, actionable book that supports anyone teaching kids how to read. The research-based strategies included in this book take the focus off basic memorization and encourage kids to learn and permanently store high frequency words, while also reducing stress for parents, teachers, and kids throughout the reading process. Readers will find: Games that teach sight words (including heart words) through orthographic mapping Ready-to-use “quick win” activities perfect for bell work, homework, lesson plans, and extra credit assignments to deepen understanding and complement reading curriculum Practical tips and teaching strategies that help teach high frequency words in a more entertaining and effective way Addressing the literacy crisis in a way that kids find relatable and enjoyable, Droppin' Knowledge on Sight Words: Strategies, Games, and Resources Aligned to the Science of Reading is an essential handbook for K-5 teachers, reading specialists, and literacy coaches, along with reading tutors and all parents seeking to improve their child's literacy skills.

About the Authors vii Hey, Parents and Teachers! 1 What Is Balanced Literacy? 2 What Is the Science of Reading? 3 What Is a Sight Word? 6 What Is a High- Frequency Word? 7 What Are Heart Words? 9 How Do We Do That? 9 What in the World Is Orthographic Mapping? 10 Wrapping Up 183 Ready, Set, Read On! Your Next Steps and Staying in Touch 183