100 Spelling Words for a First Grader

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We all know that spelling is important, but, personally, I don’t want to spend a ton of money an individual spelling curriculum. So I have curated a list of 100 Spelling Words for a First Grader! Included in this post is a link to free downloadable flashcards and a downloadable list of spelling words so that you can have a completely FREE spelling curriculum!

As a homeschooling mama of five, I know how important it is to find effective and budget-friendly resources to support my children’s learning journey. With so many options out there, it can be overwhelming—and let’s be honest, I don’t want to spend a fortune on a spelling curriculum when there are simple, free solutions available. That’s why I’m excited to share my collection of 100 spelling words for first graders, complete with free printable flash cards!

These flash cards are a fantastic tool to make spelling practice engaging and interactive. To use them, simply call out the words and have your child spell them out loud, “spelling bee style.” This not only reinforces their auditory and verbal skills but also helps them build confidence as they learn. If your little one struggles with a word, don’t worry! I have them write that word five times for their copywork for the day. This repetition helps solidify their understanding and retention of the word.

I typically introduce about 5-10 words at a time, 1-2 times per week, which keeps the learning manageable and fun. Once your child has mastered a word, you can easily move on to the next one, allowing them to progress at their own pace.

So, if you’re looking for a free, effective way to help your first grader with spelling, download these printable flash cards and get started today! Let’s make learning fun and affordable together!

1st Grade Spelling Words List

Below is a list of 1st grade spelling words. To download the free flash cards click the download now button below. *Pro Tip: Print on card stock for better durability*

1. a
2. am
3. at
4. an
5. it
6. is
7. in
8. on
9. up
10. us
11. go
12. no
13. so
14. my
15. he
16. she
17. me
18. we
19. be
20. do
21. can
22. had
23. has
24. not
25. but
26. all
27. ball
28. call
29. fall
30. hall
31. mat
32. pat
33. rat
34. sat
35. cat
36. dog
37. log
38. fog
39. big
40. pig
41. sit
42. hit
43. lip
44. zip
45. tap
46. nap
47. cap
48. map
49. sap
50. van
51. bed
52. red
53. led
54. top
55. hop
56. mop
57. cop
58. dot
59. hot
60. got
61. sun
62. run
63. fun
64. bug
65. rug
66. tub
67. web
68. jet
69. set
70. net
71. bet
72. pet
73. win
74. tin
75. pin
76. bin
77. fin
78. kin
79. ton
80. dig
81. fig
82. hug
83. jug
84. log
85. mix
86. fix
87. box
88. fox
89. sip
90. dip
91. rag
92. tag
93. wag
94. nap
95. sap
96. tap
97. kit
98. run
99. win
100. yes

I’m excited to share these free printable flash cards featuring 100 spelling words perfect for first graders. Not only do they save money on expensive curricula, but they also make learning fun and interactive! Download the flash cards today and watch your child’s spelling skills soar!