Turn your ESL word lists into sight word flashcards
Printable lists are fixed. DeckOwl builds sight word flashcards from the material your students actually use, then schedules reviews with spaced repetition.
Why custom sight word flashcards beat a printable list
Most printable decks use a fixed list that may not match what your students are reading this week. ESL sight word flashcards made from your own class material close that gap, since the words come straight from the story, worksheet, or unit you are teaching.
- Words taken from your own reading passage or unit
- Photos of a board or worksheet read with text recognition
- Spaced repetition to revisit tricky words
- Export to PDF or Anki on the Plus plan
Upload any source
PDFs, DOCX, PPTX, plain text, and photos of pages are all read, so a worksheet snapped on a phone works too.
Spaced repetition
Cards you miss come back sooner, and words you know are spaced further apart.
Export when you need it
Plus adds PDF, DOCX, Anki and CSV export for printing or classroom use.
How it works
Upload
Add a PDF, slides, notes, or a photo of the word list.
Generate
Get flashcards and optional quizzes built from that material.
Study
Review in the browser, with spaced repetition bringing back the words you miss.
Upload a PDF of the reader, a DOCX word list, slides, or a photo of the board. Text recognition reads the words, and the cards are then reviewed with spaced repetition so the trickier words return more often.
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Frequently asked questions
How many sight words should an ESL learner study at once?
Start with a small set the learner can read reliably, then add new words once those stick. The right pace depends on the learner's level and age.
How do I teach sight words to ESL learners who already know some English?
Pair each word with a picture or a short sentence, and have the learner read it aloud rather than only matching it to a translation. Mix the review order so recognition is tested, not memorized by position.
Can I export these flashcards to Anki or print them?
Export to PDF, DOCX, Anki and CSV is included with Plus at $39/year or $7.99/month. The Free plan lets you study in the browser with 3 generations per month and no exports.
Do I need a credit card to try it?
No. You can start on the Free plan without a credit card, and students with a school email get 40% off paid plans.
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