Sight Word Games

Sight words are the small, common words kids need to read instantly: the, said, was, because. Every game here uses English1to5's own list of the 200 most common words, in order, so a child starts with the words they will see most. Pick a game by how your child likes to play: calm (memory, bingo, coloring) or fast (racing, blasting, snake).

All 10 sight word games

Easiest games come first.

What kids practice

Learn the skill first, then play: Sight word lists, First 100 words, Sight word flashcards.

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Last reviewed: November 11, 2026

Questions parents ask

Which sight words are used?

Our own list of the 200 most common words, ordered by how often they appear in children's books. It overlaps closely with the Dolch and Fry lists.

How many sight words should my child know?

Many schools aim for about 50 to 100 by the end of kindergarten and 150 to 200 by the end of 1st grade.

Are these games free?

Yes. Every game is free to play in your browser, with no ads, no sign-up and no in-game purchases.