Dolch sight wordsKindergartenLesson 09

Yes, but not yet

Explore Dolch high-frequency words through “Yes, but not yet,” a Kindergarten Glow Sight Words lesson. This lesson connects 6 focus words with a short reading passage and opportunities to talk about meaning.

2 sessions10–14 min per sessionFull PDFs with a paid adult account

What children will practice.

Read the taught words no, yes, but, so, was, be in plain print and supported text; explain the text’s meaning and build or spell a selected word when ready.

In the learner’s words: I can look at the letters, say a word, and use it to tell something.

Dolch sight words in this lesson.

noyesbutsowasbe

Words to revisit: like · want · our · with

Introduce a few words at a time and revisit them across 2 short sessions. Choose a starting point using words and phonics patterns the learner has already been taught.

A look inside

Yes, but not yet

Was the gate open? No, it was shut. We asked, so Dad said yes, but we must be careful.

Teacher-supported practice text. An adult reads untaught words; learners read taught targets and discuss the meaning. This is not a controlled decodable passage.

Preview the reading activity.

The complete lesson pairs this reading sample with teacher-led word practice, conversation, and a student response. Its printable materials include word cards for revisiting the same words and a separate answer key for the grown-up.

Use Glow Sight Words as a practice companion. The printable lesson also works away from a screen. Full teaching materials are included with a paid adult account.

Conventional Dolch list labels are navigation aids; choose by readiness and what has been taught. The separate noun list is not part of this lesson release.

All 52 words in the app’s Kindergarten Dolch service-word list.

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