Year 2 English Printable Worksheets

Our year 2 English worksheets will help your child develop their knowledge of grammar and punctuation, as well as their reading and writing skills. Our collection of year 2 English worksheets will help your child explore their own ideas through creative writing, write stories with description, understand syllables and sounds, start joined-up handwriting, and much more.

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The Lost Kitten Reading Comprehension

The Lost Kitten Reading Comprehension

The Lost Kitten Reading Comprehension"The Lost Kitten Worksheet" invites young learners to explore compassion and responsible actions. Through Lucy's story, students will connect with the feelings of helping and the joy of making a positive impact. Children read through the heartwarming story and answer the questions. 

Age: 6 - 7
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The Friendly Dragon Reading Comprehension

The Friendly Dragon Reading Comprehension

The Friendly Dragon Reading ComprehensionThis fun and engaging worksheet unfolds the story of Draco, the friendly dragon, and his delightful adventures in a land of rolling hills and colourful flowers. Pupils read through the story and answer the multiple-choice questions.  

Age: 6 - 7
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Whales Cloze Activity

Whales Cloze Activity

Whales Cloze ActivityHello, young explorers of the sea! Get ready for an exciting journey into the world of whales with our "Whales Cloze Activity." From the biggest animals on Earth to their playful songs, pupils will learn all about whales in a fun and interactive way. Imagine a baby whale as big as a car when it's born! Pupils will discover how whales talk to each other using special sounds, like singing in an underwater orchestra. Students read through the text and use the words from the word bank to complete the sentences. There are also more fun facts at the end to learn. 

Age: 6 - 7
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Dolphins Reading Comprehension

Dolphins Reading Comprehension

Dolphins Reading ComprehensionWhat sounds do dolphins use to communicate with each other? What is a group of dolphins called? How do dolphins use echolocation to find food? This worksheet uses multiple-choice questions to help students learn about dolphins' unique traits and behaviours, enhancing both reading comprehension and appreciation for these fascinating creatures.

Age: 6 - 7
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Kangaroos Reading Comprehension

Kangaroos Reading Comprehension

Kangaroos reading comprehensionThis worksheet aims to introduce students to the unique features and behaviours of kangaroos. Through multiple-choice questions, students will test their understanding of these fascinating marsupials while enhancing their reading comprehension skills.

Age: 6 - 7
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Giraffes Reading Comprehension

Giraffes Reading Comprehension

Giraffes Reading ComprehensionThis worksheet introduces students to fascinating facts about giraffes, including their unique features, adaptations, and behaviours. Through comprehension questions, students will test their knowledge and gain a deeper understanding of these intriguing animals.

Age: 6 - 7
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The Magical Adventure Reading Comprehension

The Magical Adventure Reading Comprehension

The Magical Adventure Reading ComprehensionThis resource is designed to assist you in guiding young readers through a captivating story that will ignite their imaginations and enhance their reading comprehension skills. After reading the story, guide students through the provided comprehension questions. Encourage them to refer back to the text to find evidence for their answers.

Age: 6 - 7
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The Friendly Forest Animals Reading Comprehension

The Friendly Forest Animals Reading Comprehension

The Friendly Forest Animals Reading ComprehensionThis activity is designed to help young readers develop their reading comprehension skills while enjoying an engaging story about animal friends and their adventures. After reading the story, students will answer questions to test their understanding of the text.

Age: 6 - 7
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Year 2 Common Exception Words Handwriting Workbook

Year 2 Common Exception Words Handwriting Workbook

Year 2 Common Exception Words Handwriting BookletThese common exception words 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 common exception words helps develop literacy skills and supports the transition to more complex reading and writing tasks in Year 2 and beyond.

Age: 6 - 7
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Year 2 Spelling Practice (set 8)

Year 2 Spelling Practice (set 8)

Year 2 SpellingSpelling is a fundamental aspect of language acquisition and literacy development. Year 2, a crucial year in a child's education, marks a significant stage in their spelling journey. During this time, students transition from basic phonetic spelling to a more comprehensive understanding of spelling patterns and rules. Accurate spelling enhances a child's ability to communicate effectively. As students progress through Year 2, they move beyond writing simple sentences to crafting more complex compositions.

Age: 6 - 7
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Year 2 Spelling Practice (set 7)

Year 2 Spelling Practice (set 7)

Year 2 SpellingsLearning spelling introduces pupils to a wider range of vocabulary. This exposure to new words not only helps them understand their meanings but also encourages them to incorporate these words into their own writing. Students practise reading the spelling words and writing them themselves. They then complete a fill-in-the-blanks exercise. 

Age: 6 - 7
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Year 2 Spelling Practice (set 6)

Year 2 Spelling Practice (set 6)

Year 2 SpellingsThis spelling worksheet is designed to engage year 2 students in a fun way while strengthening their spelling skills. The fill-in-the-blanks activity focuses on keywords that are commonly used in their vocabulary. By completing this worksheet, students will not only enhance their spelling abilities but also reinforce their understanding of word meanings and context.

Age: 6 - 7
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Year 2 Spelling Practice (set 5)

Year 2 Spelling Practice (set 5)

Year 2 SpellingsLearning to spell correctly is a crucial aspect of a child's language development, and Year 2 spellings play a significant role in building a strong foundation for language skills. Correct spelling contributes to efficient reading. When words are spelled correctly, they are easily recognisable, facilitating smoother reading comprehension. 

Age: 6 - 7
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Year 2 Spelling Practice (set 4)

Year 2 Spelling Practice (set 4)

Year 2 SpellingsMastering spellings can greatly boost a child's confidence in both reading and writing. When children are confident in their spelling abilities, they are more likely to tackle writing tasks with enthusiasm and produce work that they are proud of. Students fill in the blanks with the correct word from the spelling word bank. 

Age: 6 - 7
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Year 2 Spelling Practice (set 3)

Year 2 Spelling Practice (set 3)

Correct spelling is essential for effective communication. When children spell words accurately, their written communication becomes more coherent and easily understandable. This is especially important as they begin to express their thoughts, ideas, and stories through writing. Learning Year 2 spellings introduces children to a wider range of vocabulary. This exposure to new words not only helps them understand their meanings but also encourages them to incorporate these words into their own writing. With this spelling worksheet, students choose the correct word from the word bank to complete the sentences. They also practise writing each spelling word. 

Age: 6 - 7
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Year 2 Spelling Practice (set 2)

Year 2 Spelling Practice (set 2)

Year 2 Spellings ListIn this activity, we will be diving into some interesting words that will help pupils strengthen their spelling skills. This worksheet is designed to enhance students' vocabulary and understanding of word patterns.Students fill in the blanks with the correct spelling of the words from the word bank. They must pay close attention to the context of the sentence to choose the appropriate spelling. 

Age: 6 - 7
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Year 2 Spelling Practice (set 1)

Year 2 Spelling Practice (set 1)

Year 2 SpellingsThis spelling worksheet is designed to engage year 2 students in a fun way while strengthening their spelling skills. The fill-in-the-blanks activity focuses on key words that are commonly used in their vocabulary. By completing this worksheet, students will not only enhance their spelling abilities but also reinforce their understanding of word meanings and context.

Age: 6 - 7
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International Peace Day Word Search

International Peace Day Word Search

International Peace DayThis word search activity is a fun and engaging way for KS1 pupils to celebrate International Peace Day while also reinforcing their spelling and vocabulary skills. The word search contains 12 peace-related words that are hidden in the grid. The goal is for students to locate and circle each word.What is International Peace Day?International Peace Day, also known as World Peace Day, is a globally observed event dedicated to promoting and celebrating the idea of peace, unity, and understanding among people and nations. It is recognised on 21st September each year. The purpose of International Peace Day is to raise awareness about the importance of peaceful coexistence, conflict resolution, and the prevention of violence on both a local and global scale.International Peace Day encourages people of all ages to reflect on the power of peaceful solutions and the positive impact that acts of kindness and understanding can have in creating a more harmonious world. 

Age: 6 - 7
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Present tense verbs cloze activity

Present tense verbs cloze activity

Using the present tense verbThese sentences use present tense verbs to describe actions that are happening now or on a regular basis. Encourage your Year 2 students to practise using present tense verbs in their writing and speaking and look for present tense verbs in the books they read. This worksheet asks children to choose the correct present tense verb from the word bank to complete the sentences. If you found this worksheet helpful, check out our Past Tense Verbs Cloze Activity.

Age: 6 - 7
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Past tense verbs cloze activity

Past tense verbs cloze activity

Past tense verbs Using descriptive verbs can help to make writing more interesting and engaging for children. It can also encourage students to experiment with different word choices to express themselves more effectively. The sentences included in this worksheet use past tense verbs which are commonly used in everyday speech and writing. Students choose the correct verb in the word bank to complete the sentences. 

Age: 6 - 7
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Question or exclamation activity

Question or exclamation activity

Question or exclamation?The main difference between a question and an exclamation is that a question is used to ask for information, while an exclamation is used to express an emotion or feeling. Understanding the difference between these two sentence types is an important aspect of language development for primary-aged pupils, as it can help them to communicate effectively and express themselves clearly. This worksheet asks students to determine whether the sentence is a question or an exclamation. 

Age: 6 - 7
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Question or command activity

Question or command activity

Question or command?A question is a sentence that needs an answer. What time is it?A command is a sentence that tells somebody to do something. Put away your toys.Children read through the sentences and decide whether they are questions or commands. Identifying questions and commands can encourage students to be more actively engaged in classroom discussions and activities. They will be more likely to ask their own questions and respond to commands when they understand the difference between the two. Children are asked to think of two questions and two commands of their own. This handy worksheet is a great introduction when learning the difference between a question and a command. Download and use this activity in the home or in the classroom. 

Age: 6 - 7
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Writing contractions

Writing contractions

Contractions activityA contraction is a word made by shortening and joining two words together. There are two activities included in this resource. Firstly, students write the correct contraction for the set of words and then write the words that each contraction stands for. 

Age: 6 - 7
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Circle the contractions

Circle the contractions

Circle the contractions activityA contraction is a word made by shortening and joining two words together for example can't (can + not), don't (do + not), they're (they + are), and I've (I + have). Children are asked to circle the contractions in each sentence. It is important for students to be able to identify and use contractions as they're used in our everyday speech and writing. This is a handy worksheet to use as an introduction to contractions. 

Age: 6 - 7
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Apostrophes in contractions

Apostrophes in contractions

Apostrophes in contractions activityWe can use an apostrophe to replace one or more letters when joining words together. For example, I'm (short for "I am"), You're (short for "You are"), They're (short for "They are").Use this worksheet to help children understand how to use the apostrophe to shorten words. This resource can be used at home or in the classroom. 

Age: 6 - 7
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Using apostrophes in contractions

Using apostrophes in contractions

Apostrophes for contractionsWe can use an apostrophe to replace one or more letters when joining words together. For example, I'm (short for "I am"), You're (short for "You are"), They're (short for "They are").Use this worksheet to help children understand how to use the apostrophe to shorten words. 

Age: 6 - 7
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Using apostrophes to show possession

Using apostrophes to show possession

Using apostrophes to mark singular possession in nounsWhen using an apostrophe to show singular possession, it goes before the 's' in the noun.Example:The bird's nest is high up in the tree.Children rewrite the sentences by adding an apostrophe in the correct place. This resource can be used at home or in the classroom. 

Age: 6 - 7
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Using apostrophes - Singular possession

Using apostrophes - Singular possession

Using apostrophes to mark singular possession in nounsWe use a possessive apostrophe to show that something belongs to or is connected to something else.We add an apostrophe + s when using singular nouns.With this year 2 literacy activity, children will rewrite sentences by adding the apostrophe in the correct place.

Age: 6 - 7
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Using commas activity

Using commas activity

Using commas to separate words in a list activityUse this worksheet at home or in the classroom to teach children how to use commas correctly. Children read the sentences and add the missing commas to separate items in a list.

Age: 6 - 7
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Using commas to separate words in a list

Using commas to separate words in a list

When do we use commas?We separate items in a list with commas, except for the last item where we use "and." This handy worksheet is a great introduction to using commas to separate items in a list. Children rewrite 5 sentences adding the commas in the correct place. There is an answer sheet included for quick marking. 

Age: 6 - 7
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Statements, questions, exclamations and commands

Statements, questions, exclamations and commands

Functions of sentences: Statements, questions, exclamations, and commandsA statement is a sentence that expresses a fact or opinion. Questions are sentences that are used to ask for information or clarification. Exclamations are sentences that express strong emotions such as surprise, happiness, or pain.Commands are sentences that are used to give instructions or directions.This year 2 worksheet asks children to read the sentences and put a cross in the correct box. This will help children identify and learn to use statements, questions, exclamations, and commands correctly in their writing.

Age: 6 - 7
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Coordinating conjunctions matching activity ('or' and 'but')

Coordinating conjunctions matching activity ('or' and 'but')

What is a coordinating conjunction?Coordinating conjunctions are words that are used to join two or more words, phrases, or sentences that are of equal importance. They are also called "FANBOYS" because they can be remembered with the acronym FANBOYS - For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.Coordinating conjunctions matching activity ('or' and 'but')Use this year 2 literacy worksheet to help your year 2 children learn about coordinating conjunctions and develop their skills in using them effectively in their writing. Children match the sentences by drawing a line. This worksheet can be used in the classroom or at home. 

Age: 6 - 7
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Subordinating conjunctions matching activity ('because' and 'that')

Subordinating conjunctions matching activity ('because' and 'that')

Conjunction matching activity ('because' and 'that')Subordinating conjunctions are words that link subordinate clauses to main clauses. For example: Jane was happy because she won the competition. Children draw a line to match the sentences correctly. There is an answer sheet included for quick marking. 

Age: 6 - 7
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Subordinating conjunctions matching activity ('when' and 'if')

Subordinating conjunctions matching activity ('when' and 'if')

Conjunction matching activity ('when' and 'if')Subordinating conjunctions are words that link subordinate clauses to main clauses. For example: I take an umbrella when I go out in the rain. Children draw a line to match the sentences correctly. There is an answer sheet included for quick marking. 

Age: 6 - 7
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Suffixes -er or -est ending?

Suffixes -er or -est ending?

Suffixes -er or -est?The suffixes -er and -est can be added to adjectives when we are comparing things or people. With this year 2 worksheet, children complete the sentences by adding er or est to the adjectives. There are 12 sentences to complete and an answer sheet is included for quick marking. This handy literacy activity can be used at home or in the classroom and will help improve your child's literacy skills.  

Age: 6 - 7
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Suffixes - Adding er and est to adjectives

Suffixes - Adding er and est to adjectives

What is a suffix?Suffixes can be attached to the end of a root word to change it in some way. Some common examples include -able, -er, -est, -ful, and -ible.Suffixes - Adding er and est activityThis handy worksheet will help your child become confident using the suffixes -er and -est. Children convert the table of words by adding -er and -est to the adjectives. This is also a great way for children to practise their spelling. There is an example to help them get started and an answer sheet for quick marking. 

Age: 6 - 7
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Adding the suffix -ly

Adding the suffix -ly

Adding the suffix -lyThis is a great activity for teaching your students how to turn adjectives into adverbs by adding -ly. If we add -ly to an adjective, it turns it into an adverb - nice + ly = nicely. If the word ends with 'y', the 'y' becomes an 'i', and then add -ly - happy + ly = happily. If the word ends with 'le', drop the 'le' and add -ly - terrible + ly = terribly. Children turn adjectives into adverbs by adding ly.

Age: 6 - 7
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Suffixes - ful and less

Suffixes - ful and less

Suffixes - Adding -ful or -lessUse this handy worksheet in the classroom or at home to help your children develop their understanding of forming adjectives using suffixes such as -ful and -less. If you are teaching the -ful and -less suffix, this worksheet is the perfect activity for your children. Students complete each word by adding the correct suffix and use them in their writing to complete the sentences. 

Age: 6 - 7
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Adding er activity

Adding er activity

Adding erWhen we add the suffix 'er' to the end of verbs, the new word will become a noun e.g. drive + er = driver. This year 2 English resource asks students to add 'er' to words and then choose the correct word in brackets to complete the sentences.

Age: 6 - 7
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Adding ness activity

Adding ness activity

Adding nessWhen we add the suffix 'ness' to the end of adjectives, the new word will become a noun e.g. happy + ness = happiness. This year 2 grammar activity asks students to firstly add 'ness' to words and then choose the correct word in brackets to complete the sentences. 

Age: 6 - 7
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Easter-themed word scramble

Easter-themed word scramble

This fun and challenging word scramble activity can be used to help children develop their spelling skills. Use this resource as a fun activity when teaching your children all about Easter. There are 8 words for children to unscramble.

Age: 6 - 7
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Year 2 English Assessment Paper

Year 2 English Assessment Paper

This is a fantastic resource to help year 2 students improve their grammar, punctuation, reading, writing, and spelling skills. Test your students' knowledge with this handy English assessment paper that covers key areas of the English national curriculum.

Age: 6 - 7
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Year 2 English Daily Workout - Autumn Term 3

Year 2 English Daily Workout - Autumn Term 3

This printable English worksheet focuses on capital letters, words that rhyme, prefixes, synonyms, plurals, spelling, and grammar. It is a great resource for helping children develop their literacy skills in the key topics of the Primary English curriculum. Use this daily workout at home or in the classroom.

Age: 6 - 7
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Year 2 English Daily Workout - Autumn Term 2

Year 2 English Daily Workout - Autumn Term 2

Our lovely English daily workouts are fantastic for helping students improve their grammar, spelling, punctuation, and reading. With 10 activities per page to complete, children will stay engaged and motivated while learning at the same time! All of the tasks/activities cover key areas of the Primary English Curriculum. These English resources are the perfect way to give your child some quick revision or help them in any areas of English where they are struggling. They are quick and easy to print or download and can be used at home, in the classroom, or in any English language lesson.

Age: 6 - 7
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Year 2 English Daily Workout - Autumn Term 1

Year 2 English Daily Workout - Autumn Term 1

Our colourful daily workouts will give you everything you need to deliver the grammar, punctuation, and spelling requirements of the Primary English curriculum. If your child or student is struggling with a particular aspect of English, either spelling, grammar, punctuation, or reading, then print off one of our daily workouts that will help develop their skills.

Age: 6 - 7
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Spot the difference and colour - Snowman

Spot the difference and colour - Snowman

This fun festive worksheet asks students to find the 5 differences and colour the picture. They also trace over the capital letter 'S' for snowman.

Age: 6 - 7
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Christmas picture crossword

Christmas picture crossword

Add some fun to your lessons with this colourful Christmas activity. Students look at the Christmas pictures and complete the crossword puzzle.

Age: 6 - 7
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Who am I?

Who am I?

Students read the description and identify different members of a community.

Age: 6 - 7
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