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Unlocking the Power of Orthographic Mapping and Sight Words

Unlocking the Power of Orthographic Mapping and Sight Words

  • Post published:October 3, 2023
  • Post category:Heart Words/Sight Words

Reading is a foundational skill that opens doors to knowledge, imagination, and personal growth. However, the journey to becoming a proficient reader can be challenging, and two interconnected concepts, orthographic mapping and sight words, are essential in this process.

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5 Sight Word Strategies that can Work for All Students

5 Sight Word Strategies that can Work for All Students

  • Post published:September 26, 2023
  • Post category:Heart Words/Sight Words/Back to School/Learning Tools

Sight words are a staple in all early literacy grades. Here are five ideas for helping to develop words become sight words.

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Heart Words, Sight Words, High Frequency Words: What’s the Difference

Heart Words, Sight Words, High Frequency Words: What’s the Difference

  • Post published:September 19, 2023
  • Post category:Back to School/Heart Words/Sight Words/Learning Tools

Heart Words, Sight Words, High Frequency Words, Red Words, Snap Words, Flash Words...what else have you heard? I know there is a lot of confusion about Heart Words, Sight Words, and High Frequency Words. Let's talk about each one. (Hang…

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Hello and Welcome to Cathy Collier's The W.I.S.E. Owl. I am a Reading Specialist and Literacy Advocate for more than 30 years. BUT I was born to be a teacher. I am blessed with a very supportive husband and two grown boys. I am a teacher, talker, trainer, and passionate presenter. I'd love to talk about Reading and Writing for the Emergent Learner with your class, your school, your division, or your council. Invite me!

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