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Turn your NZ sight word list into flashcards with AI

Printed sheets cannot match your child's actual word list. Upload a photo, PDF or notes from school and get flashcards you can review with spaced repetition.

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Why custom cards beat a printed sheet

Printable NZ sight word flashcards are handy, but a child learns faster from the exact words on their own class list. Teachers often change the list through the term, and a fixed printout cannot keep up.

Use the words from your child's own school list, not a generic set
Upload a photo of a printed page and let text recognition read it
Review in short daily sessions so words stick
Add a quiz on the same words to check recall

Example sight word flashcards for early readers

wasPronounced "wuz". It does not follow the usual sound-out pattern, so learn the shape of the word.

saidPronounced "sed". The "ai" does not make the long a sound, so recognise the whole word.

theyPronounced "thay". The "ey" spelling is irregular, so learn it as one unit.

couldPronounced "kud". The "ou" is not pronounced like "ow", so say it aloud each time.

onePronounced "wun". The "o" makes a "w" sound, so this word is best learned by sight.

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Built from your own words

Upload a PDF, a photo of the word list, or typed notes. The flashcards use the exact words your child is working on.

Spaced repetition

Words your child finds tricky come back more often, and familiar words appear less, so practice stays focused.

Quizzes too

Turn the same list into multiple choice or true/false questions with explanations for a quick check.

How it works

Add the word list

Upload a PDF, a photo of the list, or paste the words from school.

Generate the cards

DeckOwl creates one flashcard per word, with a clear front and back.

Study a little each day

Review in the browser. Spaced repetition brings back the words that need more practice.

Start with the list you already have. Upload a photo of the page, a PDF, or typed notes, and DeckOwl builds cards from those words. Keep the cards in the browser for free, or export them as PDF or Anki decks on a paid plan.

Short, regular sessions work better than long ones. Practise a few new words each day and let spaced repetition bring back the ones that are still slow to recognise.

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Frequently asked questions

How many sight words should a child learn at a time?

Most teachers suggest a small batch at once, so practise a handful of new words in each session. Keep reviewing earlier words so they stay recognised.

How do I practise sight words that do not sound out?

Say the whole word aloud, use it in a short sentence, and check it again later. Spaced repetition helps the word become instantly recognisable.

Is DeckOwl free to use?

Yes. The free plan includes 3 generations per month and studying in the browser. No credit card is needed to start.

Can I export sight word cards to Anki or PDF?

Exports are part of the Plus plan, which includes PDF, DOCX, Anki and CSV export. Plus costs $39/year or $7.99/month, and students get 40% off with a school email.

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