Mix the water, yeast, and sugar together in a medium bowl. Let sit 2 minutes. Add the salt and flour, then stir until combined. Stir the mixture for one minute.
Add the ½ cup of the extra flour and stir again. Transfer to a lightly floured surface and knead for 5 minutes. Separate into eight balls, roll them out, and put on a oiled or lined baking sheet. Now let them rise in a warm place for thirty minutes.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees or higher for at least 10 minutes before baking. When time is up for the pita pockets bake them for 8 minutes.