Printable primary worksheets

Writing statements and questionsThis worksheet is designed to reinforce the understanding of statements and questions by unscrambling words to create coherent sentences. Students will practise forming both statements and questions using the provided word sets.

Using contractions in negative formsThis worksheet aims to reinforce the understanding of negative contractions by transforming sentences into their negative form. Students will practise using contractions such as couldn't, wouldn't, and shouldn't to express negation.

Possessive apostrophe worksheetThis worksheet will help to reinforce the concept of possessive nouns and their usage of apostrophes. Students will practise identifying possessive nouns in sentences by underlining them, promoting an understanding of ownership in language.

Periods, question marks, and exclamation marksUse this worksheet to help students practise identifying and categorising different types of sentences—statements, questions, and exclamatory sentences. By reading sentences and placing them in the correct column, students reinforce their understanding of sentence types.

Matching contractionsWith this worksheet, students are asked to draw lines to connect contractions with their corresponding expanded forms, practising the recognition of common contractions.

Capitalising place namesThis handy worksheet aims to reinforce the proper capitalisation of place names within sentences. By providing sentences with lowercase place names, students will practise rewriting them with correct capitalisation, enhancing their understanding of language conventions.

Adding the correct punctuationUse this great resource to help your students practise using correct punctuation in sentences. By providing sentences without proper punctuation, students will rewrite them with accurate punctuation, reinforcing their understanding of sentence structure.

Irregular verbs matching activityUse this worksheet to help reinforce students' understanding of verb tenses, specifically the transition from present tense to past tense. By providing a list of verbs, students will draw lines connecting each verb to its corresponding past tense form, reinforcing their ability to conjugate verbs accurately.

Identifying verbs in a sentence activityThis helpful ESL worksheet aims to reinforce students' understanding of verbs by providing sentences where they can identify and circle verbs. Students will practise recognising verbs that describe actions, states, or occurrences, fostering a deeper comprehension of how verbs function within sentence structures.

Commonly confused words - saw/seenThis worksheet is designed to reinforce students' understanding of the verbs "saw" and "seen" in different contexts. Through completing sentences, students will practise choosing the correct form of the verb to accurately convey past events and present perfect actions.

Commonly confused words - is/am/areThis handy worksheet is designed to reinforce students' understanding of the verb "to be" as an auxiliary verb when a sentence lacks a main verb. Through a set of exercises, students will practise selecting the appropriate form of "to be" (am, is, are) to complete sentences correctly, enhancing their awareness of auxiliary verb usage.

Past Tense Magic!This worksheet aims to reinforce students' understanding of forming the past tense of verbs, specifically focusing on the rules of adding -ed to regular verbs and -d to verbs ending in a silent "e." By engaging with a variety of verbs through visual examples, students will enhance their grasp of these fundamental grammar concepts.

Concrete and abstract nouns sorting activityThis resource is designed to help students differentiate between nouns that can be experienced through the senses (concrete nouns) and those that cannot (abstract nouns). This worksheet not only reinforces the understanding of concrete and abstract nouns but also encourages students to apply this knowledge in future language activities and writing exercises. Use this resource to strengthen your students' vocabulary and language comprehension while making grammar concepts accessible and enjoyable.

Possessive Pronouns WorksheetTailored for ESL students, this resource aims to enhance their understanding of how to substitute full-noun phrases and avoid repetitive language. By using possessive pronouns, students learn to express ownership or relationships concisely and efficiently, a valuable skill in both written and spoken English. By incorporating this worksheet into your ESL curriculum, you're equipping your students with a practical tool to master possessive pronouns. 

ESL Grammar: Using 'A' or 'An'Practise using 'a' and 'an' with your ESL/EFL students with this handy worksheet. Students read the list of words and write 'a' or 'an' to complete the exercise. What are indefinite articles?Indefinite articles are a type of determiner used in English grammar to introduce nonspecific or unidentified nouns. There are two indefinite articles in English: "a" and "an." The choice between "a" and "an" depends on the sound that follows the article, not the actual first letter of the noun."A": Use "a" before words that begin with a consonant sound.Example: "I saw a cat in the garden.""An": Use "an" before words that begin with a vowel sound.Example: "I found an interesting book at the library."

What are indefinite articles?Indefinite articles, specifically "a" and "an," are used to refer to non-specific items or things. The choice between "a" and "an" depends on the sound that follows the article:"A": Use "a" before words that begin with a consonant sound. For example:"I saw a car in the carpark.""An": Use "an" before words that begin with a vowel sound. For example:"I saw an owl in the tree."By incorporating this worksheet into your ESL curriculum, you provide students with a valuable tool to sharpen their English language skills. 

Indefinite Articles: a or anThis worksheet for ESL students focuses on refining article usage in English. The purpose of this educational resource is to assist students in mastering the subtle yet crucial distinction between 'a' and 'an' in various contexts. Students will practise when to use 'a' and when to use 'an' before words that begin with consonant and vowel sounds. An answer is provided, allowing both students and educators to assess progress and correct any errors.