High Frequency Word Cards Freebie – 260 Color-Coded Science of Reading Aligned Word Cards

This Guided Phonics + Beyond High Frequency Word Cards Freebie includes 260 color-coded word cards designed to help students develop automatic recognition of high frequency and irregularly spelled words. Each card aligns with the Science of Reading and supports decoding, fluency, and orthographic mapping through meaningful practice — not rote memorization.

The cards are organized by phonics unit and color-coded for easy storage, management, and instructional flow. Use them across settings — whole-group, small-group, or at-home practice — to reinforce phonics skills and sight word fluency.

Ideas for use:

• Use during small-group reading or phonics instruction for fluency review.

• Add to literacy centers or independent practice routines.

• Display as part of a sound wall or word wall.

• Keep on a ring for quick, daily word review or exit ticket checks.

• Send home for family practice and reinforcement.

What’s Included:

• 260 high frequency word cards aligned to the Guided Phonics + Beyond scope

• Words color-coded by phonics unit for easy implementation

• Printable format for flexible use — loose or on a ring

• Designed for Science of Reading aligned instruction

• Perfect for whole-group, small-group, or intervention settings