
Sight words are the building blocks of early reading, and “by” is a small but incredibly important word your child will see in almost every beginner text.
These free printable “by” sight word worksheets give young learners a fun, hands-on way to practice reading, tracing, writing, and using the word by in simple sentences.
Kids come across by very early in phrases like “by me,” “sit by Mom,” “read by yourself,” or “a book by….” Even though it’s short, by carries a lot of meaning, and building automatic recognition helps kids read more smoothly and confidently.
As a mom of four (with one currently in 1st grade!), sight word practice is a big part of our weekly rhythm. Creating these worksheets has helped keep learning fun, low-stress, and budget-friendly for my own kids — and I love sharing them with teachers, homeschool families, and parents looking for simple literacy support.
These “By” sight word printables are completely free to download and ready to use in classrooms, homeschool lessons, or at home.



