High Frequency Word Trackers Freebie – Science of Reading Aligned Assessment for Heart Words and Irregular Words

This 260 High Frequency Words Trackers Freebie makes it simple to assess and monitor student progress with high frequency, heart, and irregular words. Aligned with the Science of Reading and the Guided Phonics + Beyond approach, these trackers help teachers evaluate decoding, orthographic mapping, and automatic recognition over time.

The trackers are organized to mirror phonics skill progression and include space for teachers to document assessment dates, mastery levels, and intervention notes. This tool is perfect for ongoing progress monitoring, data collection, and targeted small-group planning.

Ideas for use:
• Use for individual student assessment and goal setting.
• Track heart word and irregular word mastery during small-group instruction.
• Monitor growth throughout the year for data-driven instruction.
• Pair with high frequency word flashcards or decodable practice.
• Share with families during conferences to show student progress.

What’s Included:
• 260 high frequency word trackers organized by phonics sequence
• Columns for assessment dates, mastery checks, and intervention notes
• Includes heart words and irregular words aligned with Science of Reading
• Ideal for kindergarten, first, and second grade classrooms
• Supports ongoing data collection and instructional planning