Free Look, Think, Say – Science of Reading Aligned Strategy Icons and 500+ Decodable Word Cards

This Look, Think, Say Freebie includes strategy icons and over 500 decodable word cards designed to support students as they apply the Look, Think, Say strategy — a key visual routine from Guided Phonics + Beyond. The included icons serve as consistent visual reminders, while the decodable word cards give students structured opportunities to apply phonics skills in connected reading. Watch a helpful demo video HERE.

The Look, Think, Say routine encourages students to:

• LOOK closely at the word, noticing patterns and letter-sound connections.

• THINK about the phonics skill or spelling pattern before decoding.

• SAY the whole word with accuracy and fluency.

This approach supports orthographic mapping and helps students move from sound-by-sound decoding to fluent, automatic word recognition — a cornerstone of Science of Reading instruction.

BONUS: A digital version of the Look, Think, Say Decodable Words is also included for use on interactive whiteboards or student devices.

Ideas for Use:

• Display icons on word walls, small-group tables, or student desks as visual reminders.

• Use decodable word cards for whole-group blending practice or independent word reading.

• Integrate the digital version for daily phonics warm-ups or literacy centers.

• Pair with Guided Phonics + Beyond lessons to reinforce strategy application.

What’s Included:

• Look, Think, Say visual strategy icons

• 500+ decodable word cards featuring built-in strategy reminders

• BONUS digital slides version for interactive decoding practice

• Science of Reading aligned structure for consistent word reading success