A Yearlong Plan for High Frequency Words

High Frequency words are an important part of our literacy instruction, especially at the primary level. As students internalize their high frequency words they are able to progress more easily through the guided reading levels.

We use a system that integrates high frequency words (the Fry list) with an Orton Gillingham red word approach. We have a set of words for each marking period and classroom teachers work through several words per week depending on the grade level. For example, Kindergarten has 50 words, 12-13 per marking period. They are able to practice about 2 words per week.

Each week students focus on these words to say and spell, arm tap, practice on word cards, incorporate into games, hunt in books, etc. At the end of the marking period teachers assess students on their ability to read each word. They then send letters to parents sharing which words are secure and which ones students could benefit from practicing at home.

It is so important for students to have a consistent and strategic approach to learning. If you are interested in this print and go tool to a FULL year of teaching High Frequency Words, then visit my TPT store to pick up my HF Word Curriculum (one for Kindergarten and on one for First Grade).

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