This grade 1 word shapes puzzle for Dolch sight words to support early learning of reading and writing skills and strategies. Kids love puzzles, and filling in the letter shapes to create words consolidates pattern, letter and word recognitions. Students learn by doing and puzzles are a fun activity to engage learners without even knowing that they are learning!
Available in printable and Google Apps™ versions.
Word shapes puzzle supports:
-vocabulary building
-fine motor skills
-visual acuity
-improved memory skills
Puzzle suitable for all learning environments:
-distance learning
-hybrid and in-person classrooms
-homeschooling environments
-as a tutoring resource
-Supply Teacher's Toolkit
To complete the printable version of the puzzle:
-download and print
-review the list of words in the word bank
-record the words in the correct boxes for each question
To complete the Google Slides™ version of the puzzle:
-copy the file to the computer
-review the list of words
-use the text box tool to record the words in the correct blank spaces