The term “AS” can refer to different concepts depending on the context, but in the realm of **sight words**, it is commonly recognized as one of the basic high-frequency words that young readers should recognize instantly by sight.
### Sight Word: “as”
– **Definition**: Used to describe the manner or role in which something is done or regarded (e.g., *He works as a teacher*), or to compare things (e.g., *as fast as a cheetah*).
– **Importance in Reading**: It’s a common word in children’s literature and early reading materials.
– **Grade Level**: Typically introduced in **Kindergarten to Grade 1** as part of foundational literacy skills.
### Sight Word Lists That Include “as”:
– **Dolch Sight Words List (Preprimer to Primer)**: Yes, “as” is included in the Dolch Sight Words list.
– **Fry Instant Words List**: Yes, “as” appears in the first 100 high-frequency words.
### References:
– Dolch, E. W. (1936). *Dolch Basic Sight Vocabulary*.
– Fry, E., Kress, J., & Fountoukidis, D. (1993). *The Reading Teacher’s Book of Lists*.
Let me know if you’d like activities to practice “as” or other sight words.
