Sight words are special words that we see and read a lot. They help us read faster and understand stories better. Today, we are going to learn about the word “had.”
The word “had” is a small word, but it’s very important. We use “had” to talk about things that happened before. For example, “I had a toy” means you had a toy in the past.
Let’s spell the word “had” together: H – A – D. Great job! Now you know how to spell “had.”
Let’s see how we can use “had” in sentences:
Can you think of a sentence using the word “had”? Try it out!
To get better at reading, it’s important to practice. You can look for the word “had” in your favorite books or ask someone to help you find it. The more you practice, the easier it will be to remember!
Let’s play a game! Look around your room and find something you had before but don’t have now. Tell a friend or family member about it using the word “had.” For example, “I had a blue balloon, but it flew away.”
Learning sight words like “had” helps us become super readers. Keep practicing, and soon you’ll know even more words. Happy reading!
Story Time with “Had”: Gather a few toys or objects that the children have used before. Ask them to create a short story using these objects and the word “had.” For example, “I had a teddy bear that I took to the park.” Encourage them to share their stories with the class or a family member.
Memory Game: Play a memory game where you show the children a few items, then cover them up. Ask them to recall what they “had” seen. For example, “We had a red ball, a green car, and a yellow duck.” This helps reinforce the use of “had” in recalling past experiences.
Word Hunt: Go on a word hunt around the classroom or at home. Look for the word “had” in books, magazines, or labels. Each time a child finds the word, they can say a sentence using “had.” This activity encourages observation and application of the word in everyday contexts.
Here’s a sanitized version of the provided YouTube transcript:
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