FREE Primer Sight Word Chart
FREE Primer Sight Word Chart
Make sight word instruction simple and intentional with this FREE Primer Dolch Word Chart listed in frequency order! This printable reference page includes all 52 primer Dolch sight words, organized from most frequently used to least frequently used. It’s a practical tool for kindergarten, early first grade, reading intervention, and ESL/ELL support—perfect for planning, small groups, assessment, and at-home practice.
How it works
Use the chart to guide instruction and review. Words are grouped and labeled from 1 (most frequently used) to 5 (least frequently used), helping you focus on the highest-impact words first. Display it in your classroom, add it to student folders, or use it as a quick reference during guided reading and intervention.
What’s included
- Primer Dolch Word Chart (all 52 words)
- Words listed in frequency order (most frequently used to least frequently used)
- Clear, teacher-friendly layout for easy planning and reference
Why teachers love it
- Frequency-order format makes lesson planning easier
- Supports sight word routines, warm-ups, and review
- Great for kindergarten, early readers, intervention, and ESL/ELL learners
- Low-prep: print and use right away
- Helpful for classroom displays, data binders, and parent communication
Extend the practice
Pair this free chart with engaging activities like sight word games or Bingo to give students meaningful repetition while keeping practice fun.
Get the free word chart
Download and print the chart to use as a classroom reference, student handout, or sight word planning tool.
Keywords
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dolch Sight Words
What are Dolch sight words?
What are Dolch sight words?
Dolch sight words are a list of high-frequency words that commonly appear in children’s books and early reading materials. Because these words show up so often, students are encouraged to recognize them instantly—without sounding them out—to support reading fluency and comprehension.
How many Dolch sight words are there?
How many Dolch sight words are there?
There are 220 Dolch sight words in total. These words were selected based on how frequently they appear in children’s reading materials and are widely used in early literacy instruction.
How are Dolch sight words divided into levels?
How are Dolch sight words divided into levels?
The Dolch sight word list is divided by grade level to match students’ reading development:
Pre-Primer (40 words)
Primer (52 words)
First Grade (41 words)
Second Grade (46 words)
Third Grade (41 words)
Each level introduces words that students are most likely to encounter at that stage of reading.
How is this Dolch word chart organized?
How is this Dolch word chart organized?
This Dolch sight words are listed in frequency order, from most frequently used to least frequently used in grade-level texts. This makes it easier for teachers to prioritize instruction and focus on the words that will have the greatest impact on reading success.

