A sight word game built for kindergarten
Kindergarten is where most kids meet sight words for the first time. Word Beasts teaches the Pre-Primer and Primer Dolch lists — the 92 words that unlock early reading.
Last updated: May 21, 2026
What sight words should a kindergartener know?
Most kindergarten classrooms aim for kids to recognize the 40 Pre-Primer Dolch words by mid-year and the 52 Primer words by end of year — about 92 words total.
Examples include: the, of, and, a, to, in, is, you, that, it, he, was, for, on, are, as, with, his, they, I, at, be, this, have, from.
How does Word Beasts teach kindergarten sight words?
Kids play short games — tap-the-word, word match, bubble pop, spell-the-word, and speed round — each targeting a small batch of words. Audio reads every word aloud.
When a word is mastered (80% accuracy across recent attempts), it moves to gentle review and a new word is introduced. Misses get extra practice.
Is it appropriate for ages 4 and 5?
Yes. The interface uses large taps, friendly visuals, and minimal reading-of-instructions. Most 4-year-olds can play with a parent nearby; most 5-year-olds can play independently after the first session or two.
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The magical reading game that teaches the 220 Dolch sight words. One-time $19.99 — no ads, no subscriptions, 30-day refund.
Frequently asked questions
How many sight words should a kindergartener know by the end of the year?+
Most U.S. kindergarten standards aim for 50–100 sight words by end of year, which roughly matches the Pre-Primer + Primer Dolch lists (92 words).
Does it work for homeschool kindergarten?+
Yes — it pairs well with any phonics-first curriculum. Word Beasts handles the sight word piece while your main curriculum handles phonics and comprehension.
My kindergartener is already reading. Will they be bored?+
The adaptive engine will move them quickly through mastered words and into First Grade and Second Grade levels. The game grows with them.