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Turn any reading list into beginning sight words flashcards

Instead of a generic printable, upload the words your child is actually reading this week and get cards with spaced repetition built in.

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Why custom cards work better than a generic printable

Many parents and teachers search for beginning sight words flash cards because they want something ready to print tonight. A printable set covers the standard Dolch or Fry lists, but a child's reading book uses its own vocabulary, and those are the words that need drilling. DeckOwl builds cards from the pages you already have.

Cards come from your own reading material, not a fixed list
Irregular words get their own cards with a short explanation on the back
Spaced repetition returns the words that need more practice
Photos of worksheets are read with text recognition

Example beginning sight word flashcards

Which sight word is pronounced 'sed'?said. The a makes an e sound, so it has to be learned as a whole word.

Sight word: 'come'Pronounced 'kum'. The o does not make its long vowel sound, so learn it by its shape.

Sight word: 'where'Start with the wh sound, then say the air sound of ere. Trace the letters while saying it.

Sight word: 'two'Pronounced 'too', with the w silent. Practice it in a sentence like 'I have two cats.'

Sight word: 'little'Split it into lit and tle syllables. The double t and short i make the first part.

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Your list, your cards

Upload the class word list, a PDF worksheet, or a photo of the page and get cards for exactly those words.

Spaced repetition

Cards you miss come back sooner, so tricky words stick while the ones already known stay out of the way.

Study in the browser

The free plan lets you study in the browser with 3 generations a month, and no credit card is needed to start.

How it works

Add your words

Upload a PDF, slide deck, notes, or a photo of the word list. Photos are read with text recognition.

Review the cards

Check the front and back of each card, and remove any words your reader already knows well.

Study on a schedule

Spaced repetition brings back the cards you miss, so practice stays short and steady across the week.

Start with the words your child brings home. Upload the reading log, a worksheet, or a photo of the page, and the cards match that exact vocabulary. Irregular words like said, come, and two are the ones most children stall on, so keeping them in the same deck as the rest of the week's words helps them stick.

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Frequently asked questions

How many sight words should a beginning reader learn at once?

Many teachers introduce a small group, often five to ten words a week, and practice until each word is read on sight. Keep sessions to a few minutes so the words stay fresh.

How do I teach irregular sight words that do not sound out?

Say the word aloud, point to the tricky letter, and use the word in a short sentence. Repeating the card across several short sessions works better than one long drill.

Can I print the flashcards?

Printing and PDF export are part of the Plus plan, which costs $39 a year or $7.99 a month. The free plan lets you study the cards in your browser.

Do I need a credit card to start?

No. You can start on the free plan with 3 generations per month and no credit card required.

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