Make sight word practice spooky-fun with this Halloween sight word board game built from the Dolch First Grade list. Students roll a die, move their markers, and read the word in each space to advance—an engaging, low-prep way to build reading fluency, automaticity, and confidence. Perfect for literacy centers, guided reading groups, interventions, and ESL/ELL classrooms during October.
Why This Game Works
- Game-based repetition boosts sight word recognition and accuracy.
- Quick to teach, easy to differentiate for various reading levels.
- Ideal for Halloween literacy centers, small groups, or fast-finishers.
- Great for ESL/ELL learners to practice pronunciation and pacing.
- Reusable—print once, laminate for years of seasonal use.
What’s Included
- 4 printable game boards — each board prints on two 8.5" × 11" pages. Laminate and tape together for a sturdy classroom set.
- 41 Dolch First Grade sight words woven throughout the paths.
- Printable game markers for student pieces.
- Teacher directions for quick setup and play.
*Dice not included. Best used in small groups with teacher supervision.
How to Play
- Students roll a die and move their marker the indicated number of spaces.
- They read the sight word aloud. If correct, they stay; if not, move back one.
- First to the finish wins—play multiple rounds for added fluency practice.
Differentiate by adding quick challenges: use the word in a sentence, clap syllables, or spell the word aloud for an extra turn.
Perfect For
- Literacy centers and reading small groups
- Intervention/RTI and progress monitoring
- ESL/ELL pronunciation and fluency drills
- Halloween party stations and seasonal review
Teacher Tips
- Print boards on cardstock and laminate for durability.
- Store each board and markers in a zip pouch or folder for grab-and-go play.
- Pair with a quick exit ticket: students read three target words before lining up.
Pair It With Another Resource
For even more seasonal sight word fun, pair this game with my Halloween Second Grade Sight Word Game Boards . Together, these games cover both first and second grade Dolch lists, making them perfect for differentiated instruction across multiple reading levels.
Also Available on TpT
Find this resource in my Teachers Pay Teachers shop: Halloween First Grade Sight Word Game Boards — Dolch List Roll & Read
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