Year 3 English Printable Worksheets

Year 3 is your child's first year in Key Stage 2! Our year 3 English worksheets will help your child use proper punctuation and grammar, use more imaginative words, dialogue, and characters, as well as improve their reading and writing skills. Support your child's literacy journey with hundreds of year 3 English worksheets that encourage fun.

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Year 3 Spellings Handwriting Workbook

Year 3 Spellings Handwriting Workbook

Year 3 Spellings Handwriting BookletThese statutory spellings often appear in various contexts and are essential for building fluency in reading and writing. Children need to memorise these words by sight. Practicing these spellings helps develop literacy skills and supports the transition to more complex reading and writing tasks in Year 3 and beyond.

Age: 7 - 8
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Year 3 Circle the correct spelling (set 8)

Year 3 Circle the correct spelling (set 8)

Year 3 Spellings worksheetThis circle the correct spelling exercise can be made enjoyable through friendly competition or timed challenges, making learning spelling more engaging for students. It is a valuable tool for enhancing spelling skills, expanding vocabulary, and fostering critical thinking, all of which are essential components of effective communication and literacy. 

Age: 7 - 8
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Year 3 Circle the correct spelling (set 7)

Year 3 Circle the correct spelling (set 7)

Year 3 Spelling activitySuccessfully identifying and circling the correct spellings can boost students' confidence in their spelling abilities. This spelling worksheet can also be used as a study aid for spelling tests and quizzes, helping students prepare for assessments.

Age: 7 - 8
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Year 3 Circle the correct spelling (set 6)

Year 3 Circle the correct spelling (set 6)

Year 3 Spelling worksheetThis handy spelling exercise with options to circle the correct spelling provides a valuable tool for improving spelling proficiency and language skills. Children have fun circling the correct spelling of each word and then writing it in the boxes provided. This activity can be used in the classroom or at home. 

Age: 7 - 8
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Year 3 Circle the correct spelling (set 5)

Year 3 Circle the correct spelling (set 5)

Circle the correct spellingBy identifying and circling the correct spelling among multiple options, students practice and reinforce their knowledge of correct spellings. This spelling activity can be used at home or in the classroom. 

Age: 7 - 8
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Year 3 Circle the correct spelling (set 4)

Year 3 Circle the correct spelling (set 4)

Year 3 Spelling activityThis spelling activity serves as a valuable tool for enhancing students' spelling abilities and promoting a deeper understanding of correct word usage in written communication. Children can complete the spelling worksheet independently or with guidance from a teacher or parent. 

Age: 7 - 8
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Year 3 Circle the correct spelling (set 3)

Year 3 Circle the correct spelling (set 3)

Year 3 Circle the correct spellingImproved spelling skills can positively impact reading comprehension as students encounter correctly spelled words more frequently in their reading materials. The task requires students to visually discriminate between different spellings, promoting attention to detail in language.

Age: 7 - 8
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Year 3 Circle the correct spelling (set 2)

Year 3 Circle the correct spelling (set 2)

Year 3 Spelling WorksheetThis useful spelling worksheet helps students practice and reinforce correct spellings of words, contributing to improved spelling skills. By engaging with a variety of words, students expand their vocabulary and become more familiar with the correct spellings of these words. Children circle the correct spelling and write the word in the box. 

Age: 7 - 8
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Year 3 Circle the correct spelling (set 1)

Year 3 Circle the correct spelling (set 1)

Year 3 Spelling WorksheetThis handy spelling resource helps students practice and reinforce correct spellings of words, contributing to improved spelling skills. By engaging with a variety of words, students expand their vocabulary and become more familiar with the correct spellings of these words. Children circle the correct spelling and write the word in the box. 

Age: 7 - 8
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Year 3/4 Spelling Word List

Year 3/4 Spelling Word List

Year 3 and 4 SpellingsIncorporating the Year 3 and 4 Spelling Word List into the curriculum fosters a strong foundation in language skills, enriches vocabulary, and promotes confident communication. This word list can be used to create weekly spelling lists for students. Each week, introduce a set of words and encourage pupils to practice spelling and understanding their meanings. The word list can serve as a foundation for expanding students' vocabulary.

Age: 7 - 8
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Using 'have' and 'has' correctly

Using 'have' and 'has' correctly

Using 'have' and 'has' activityWith this handy year 3 worksheet, students are asked to write 'have' or 'has' to complete the sentences. This activity can be used in the classroom or at home and comes complete with an answer sheet for quick marking. Students can also have a go at marking their own work.

Age: 7 - 8
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Conjunctions writing activity

Conjunctions writing activity

Conjunctions writing activityA conjunction is a word that is used to join two parts of a sentence.  For example:I brought an umbrella because it was raining heavily.Students write their own sentences using each conjunction included on the worksheet. This resource is a great activity to help children learn how to use conjunctions correctly in their writing. 

Age: 7 - 8
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Prefixes - super–, anti– and auto–

Prefixes - super–, anti– and auto–

Prefixes - super–, anti– and auto–Adding a prefix to a root word can change its meaning and form a different word. For example:super + hero = superheroStudents write the root words in the correct columns to match them to the correct prefixes.

Age: 7 - 8
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Using apostrophes - Singular and plural possession

Using apostrophes - Singular and plural possession

Using apostrophes to show singular and plural possessionFor single nouns, we add an apostrophe and an 's'. For example:The cat's food bowl was empty.For plural nouns, we add an apostrophe after the 's'. For example:The cats' beds were filled with soft blankets. 

Age: 7 - 8
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Using 'a' and 'an' correctly

Using 'a' and 'an' correctly

Using 'a' and 'an' correctlyUse 'a' before words that start with a consonant sound, for example: a dog, a book, a unicorn.Use 'an' before words that start with a vowel sound, for example: an apple, an egg, an umbrella.Students read the sentences and circle the correct answer. There is an answer sheet included for quick marking. Students can also practise marking their own work. Use this helpful worksheet at home or in the classroom to help children learn when to use 'a' and 'an' in their writing. 

Age: 7 - 8
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Using inverted commas

Using inverted commas

What are inverted commas?Inverted commas, also known as speech marks, are punctuation marks used to enclose a direct quotation or a piece of dialogue in writing. Using inverted commas activityStudents rewrite the sentences adding speech marks where they are needed. By learning how to use inverted commas correctly, students will be able to improve their writing skills and communicate their ideas more clearly and effectively.

Age: 7 - 8
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Identifying conjunctions - Time, place and cause

Identifying conjunctions - Time, place and cause

Identifying conjunctions - Time, place and causeHere are some examples of conjunctions expressing time, place, and cause:Time conjunctions: after, before, when, while, as, until, since, once, as soon as, by the time.Place conjunctions: above, below, between, inside, outside, near, next to, behind, in front of, across.Cause conjunctions: because, since, so, therefore, as a result, due to, owing to, thanks to, on account of, in order to.Students practise identifying conjunctions that express time, place and cause. Understanding conjunctions and how they connect ideas is an important skill for Year 3 students to develop in order to improve their writing and communication skills.If you found this worksheet helpful, check out our Using Conjunctions To Express Time, Place And Cause activity.

Age: 7 - 8
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Using conjunctions to express time, place and cause

Using conjunctions to express time, place and cause

Using conjunctions to express time, place and causeUsing conjunctions can make sentences more complex and interesting by connecting related ideas together.Here are some examples of conjunctions expressing time, place, and cause:Time conjunctions: after, before, when, while, as, until, since, once, as soon as, by the time.Place conjunctions: above, below, between, inside, outside, near, next to, behind, in front of, across.Cause conjunctions: because, since, so, therefore, as a result, due to, owing to, thanks to, on account of, in order to.With this worksheet, students choose the correct conjunction to complete the sentences and then create sentences of their own. Our worksheet to help students identify conjunctions might also be useful - Identifying Conjunctions - Time, Place And Cause

Age: 7 - 8
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Use of the forms 'a' and 'an'

Use of the forms 'a' and 'an'

Use of the forms 'a' and 'an'If a word starts with a consonant sound, we should use 'a.' If a word starts with a vowel sound, we should use 'an.' When in doubt, say the word out loud and listen for the sound at the beginning. If it sounds like a consonant, use 'a.' If it sounds like a vowel, use 'an.' This handy worksheet asks students to complete the sentences by writing 'a' or 'an'. Encourage Year 3 students to practise using 'a' and 'an' in their writing and speaking, and to ask for help when they're not sure which one to use.

Age: 7 - 8
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Long vowel 'ay' words - Cloze activity

Long vowel 'ay' words - Cloze activity

Words with long A sound - ayHave your students read through the sentences and fill in the spaces using the 'ay' words from the word bank. This resource will help children read and spell words with the long vowel a sound. We use 'ay' in the middle and at the end of words including play, midday, crayon, player, holiday, hay, day, etc.What is a cloze activity?A cloze worksheet is a useful activity to improve a child's reading comprehension and grammar skills. Words are removed from the text for students to fill in as an exercise in reading comprehension.   

Age: 7 - 8
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Long vowel 'ai' words - Cloze activity

Long vowel 'ai' words - Cloze activity

Words with long A sound - aiHave your students read through the sentences and fill in the spaces using the 'ai' words from the word bank. This resource will help children read and spell words with the long vowel a sound. We use 'ai' in the middle of words including train, rain, paint, grain, wait, tail, waist, etc.What is a cloze activity?A cloze worksheet is a useful activity to improve a child's reading comprehension and grammar skills. Words are removed from the text for students to fill in as an exercise in reading comprehension.   

Age: 7 - 8
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Colour by syllables (unicorn)

Colour by syllables (unicorn)

This fun activity is a great resource to help your students feel comfortable with the concept of syllables. Children read the words and colour the picture by the number of syllables in each word. A handy resource that can be used in the classroom or as a fun homework activity!

Age: 7 - 8
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Christmas vocabulary matching 2

Christmas vocabulary matching 2

This Christmas-themed worksheet asks students to draw a line to match the Christmas words to the pictures. This activity will help with a child's spelling, reading, and vocabulary.

Age: 7 - 8
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Christmas vocabulary matching 1

Christmas vocabulary matching 1

This Christmas-themed worksheet asks students to draw a line to match the Christmas words to the pictures. This activity will help with a child's spelling, reading, and vocabulary.

Age: 7 - 8
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Christmas word scramble

Christmas word scramble

This colourful Christmas-themed worksheet asks students to unscramble the words which have to do with Christmas. There are six words to unscramble.

Age: 7 - 8
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Thank you template

Thank you template

This colourful thank you template is great for supporting independent writing activities and can be used for a variety of different topics.

Age: 7 - 8
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Alliteration - Animals

Alliteration - Animals

This animal-themed literacy resource asks students to think of adjectives to create alliterations. For example: curious cat

Age: 7 - 8
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Alliteration - Adjectives

Alliteration - Adjectives

This literacy resource asks students to think of adjectives to create alliterations. For example: blue balloons.

Age: 7 - 8
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Word Search - Dr Seuss Titles (easy)

Word Search - Dr Seuss Titles (easy)

Celebrate Dr Seuss's birthday on 2 March, with this simple word search. Students find the Dr Seuss titles hidden in the puzzle.

Age: 7 - 8
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Cat in the hat - How many words?

Cat in the hat - How many words?

Dr Seuss was born on 2 March 1904. Celebrate his birthday with this letter mix up worksheet. Students make as many words as they can by rearranging the letters in the words 'Cat in the hat'.

Age: 7 - 8
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Reading Comprehension - Camouflage

Reading Comprehension - Camouflage

This KS2 reading comprehension includes an interesting article about camouflage with questions to answer.

Age: 7 - 8
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Phonics - sh and ch

Phonics - sh and ch

Learning phonics - This KS2 English resource focuses on the sounds 'sh' and 'ch'. Students fill in the missing letters and sort the words correctly. This resource is great for helping students with their reading and spelling.

Age: 7 - 8
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Phonics - ur and er

Phonics - ur and er

Learning phonics - a year 3 English worksheet that focuses on 'ur' and 'er'. Students must fill in the missing letters and sort the words correctly. This resource is great for reading and spelling.

Age: 7 - 8
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Cloze Activity - Spelling List 2 'wh'

Cloze Activity - Spelling List 2 'wh'

This English resource is a cloze activity that has been created using the words from Spelling List 2 which can also be found in this unit. There are 12 words with the letters 'wh'. Students are asked to complete the sentences using the correct word from the word bank.

Age: 7 - 8
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Cloze Activity - Spelling List 1 'tch'

Cloze Activity - Spelling List 1 'tch'

This cloze activity has been created using the words from Spelling List 1 which can also be found in this unit. There are 12 words that all end in 'tch'. Students are asked to complete teh sentences using the correct word from the word bank.

Age: 7 - 8
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Using 'but' and 'though'

Using 'but' and 'though'

Children complete the sentences by choosing 'but' or 'though'.

Age: 7 - 8
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Using 'did' and 'done'

Using 'did' and 'done'

Children complete the sentences by choosing did or done.

Age: 7 - 8
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Using Time Connectives 2

Using Time Connectives 2

Time connectives are words or phrases which are used to tell a reader when something is happening. This year 3 worksheet was designed to encourage students to use time connectives by writing them in a sentence.

Age: 7 - 8
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Using Time Connectives 1

Using Time Connectives 1

Time connectives are words or phrases which are used to tell a reader when something is happening. This year 3 worksheet was designed to encourage students to use time connectives by writing them in a sentence.

Age: 7 - 8
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Prefixes - in, im, il and ir

Prefixes - in, im, il and ir

This year 3 English resource is designed to encourage children to use prefixes - in, im, il and ir. Students write their own sentences using the words provided.

Age: 7 - 8
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Adjectives with Suffix - est

Adjectives with Suffix - est

This year 3 English resource is designed to encourage children to use adjectives with suffix - est. Students write their own sentences using the words provided.

Age: 7 - 8
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Nouns with Suffix - ness

Nouns with Suffix - ness

This year 3 English resource is designed to encourage children to use nouns with suffix - ness. Students write their own sentences using the words provided.

Age: 7 - 8
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Nouns with Suffix - ment

Nouns with Suffix - ment

This year 3 English resource is designed to encourage children to use nouns with suffix - ment. Students write their own sentences using the words provided.

Age: 7 - 8
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Adverbs with Suffix - ly

Adverbs with Suffix - ly

This year 3 English resource is designed to encourage children to use adverbs with suffix - ly. Students write their own sentences using the words provided.

Age: 7 - 8
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Adjectives with Suffix - less

Adjectives with Suffix - less

This year 3 English resource is designed to encourage children to use adjectives with suffix - less. Students write their own sentences using the words provided.

Age: 7 - 8
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Adjectives with Suffix - ful

Adjectives with Suffix - ful

This year 3 English resource is designed to encourage children to use adjectives with suffix - ful. Students write their own sentences using the words provided.

Age: 7 - 8
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Cloze Activity - Halloween Facts

Cloze Activity - Halloween Facts

What is Samhainophobia? What are the colours of Halloween? Why are jack-o'-lanterns carved? Students read the facts about Halloween and fill in the missing words. There is a word bank to help them.

Age: 7 - 8
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Spelling List - Halloween

Spelling List - Halloween

This Halloween worksheet includes 12 spellings for children to learn. Children put the spellings in alphabetical order and fill in the missing words to complete the sentences about Halloween.

Age: 7 - 8
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