Free Primer Sight Word Flashcards – 52 Free Printable Cards for Early Readers

So your little learner is speeding along pre-primer words and ready for a challenge? Wonderful! This set of free Primer Sight Word Flashcards is perfect for the next step in their reading journey. Whether you’re in a classroom, homeschool setup, or just sprinkling in some learning into everyday life—these flashcards are simple, effective, and super kid-friendly.

Based on the official Dolch Primer word list, this printable list of flashcards is made up of 52 sight words with a clean, neat, and not-so-difficult-to-look-at design. The cards are perfect for cutting, stashing on a ring, and reusing during practice sessions. Additionally, they can serve as a fun and interactive way to engage young learners, making the process of mastering sight words enjoyable. Incorporating games or challenges using these flashcards can further enhance retention and boost confidence in reading skills.

What’s Included:

• 52 sight word flashcards from the official Dolch Primer list
• Large, easy-to-read font (ABeeZee – kid-friendly & clear)
• Small “Primer” label in the top-right corner of each card
• Flashcard layout: 3 per row, 3 rows per page = 9 cards per page
• Bright yellow border for simple cutting and visual appeal

Primer Sight Words in This Set:

all, am, are, at, ate, be, black, brown, but, came, did, do, eat, four, get, good, have, he, into, like, must, new, no, now, on, our, out, please, pretty, ran, ride, saw, say, she, so, soon, that, there, they, this, too, under, want, was, well, went, what, white, who, will, with, yes

How to Print This Free Primer Sight Word Flashcards:

• Print single-sided on white cardstock for durability
• Select “Actual Size” in your printer settings (do not scale)
• Optional: Laminate before cutting for classroom reuse
• Cut along the yellow borders to separate each card cleanly

How to Use:

• Add to binder rings for easy flip-through and travel learning
• Use during centers, morning work, or homework practice
• Play educational games like Sight Word Bingo, Memory, or Go Fish
• Pair with worksheets like Trace-Color-Write or sentence building activities

These flashcards are perfect for quick reviews, warm-ups, or even calm-down time. They also work great in literacy stations, tutoring sessions, or while waiting at the dentist!

Level Labeling:

Each card includes a small “Primer” label in the top-right corner. This helps you keep your sets organized by level without distracting your young reader — no visual clutter here, just clarity!

Usage Notes:

• These flashcards are free for personal, classroom, or homeschool use.
• You’re welcome to print and use them as much as you’d like.
• They may not be resold or redistributed on other platforms.
• If you love them, please share the link to this blog post so others can download their own copy!

Download Free Primer Sight Word Flashcards

Ready to print and go? Click the link below to grab your set of 52 free Primer sight word flashcards:

Download the Primer Sight Word Flashcards – FREE!

Thanks so much for stopping by! I hope these flashcards make your teaching just a little easier and a lot more fun. If you found this helpful, feel free to share the post with other educators or parents, and follow along for more printables and reading tools.

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