Themed Printable primary worksheets

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.

Writing verbs in sentencesThis worksheet is designed to guide students in practising the use of action verbs in different tenses—past, present, and future. By providing a variety of verbs, students will construct sentences that showcase their understanding of verb tense application.

Writing past, present, and future verbsUse this worksheet to help students practise matching verbs to their appropriate tenses, including past, present, and future. By providing sentences with gaps, students will fill in the blanks with the correct verb form based on the specified tense in brackets.

Verb tenses - Past, present, and futureUse this worksheet in the classroom or at home to help students practise identifying verb tenses, specifically focusing on past, present, and future tenses. By underlining the action verb in each sentence and indicating the corresponding time (past, present, or future), students reinforce their understanding of verb tense usage.

Using verbs in a sentenceThis worksheet aims to engage students in distinguishing between action verbs and being verbs. By selecting the appropriate verb from a word bank to complete sentences, students will reinforce their understanding of verbs that denote actions and those that express a state of being.

Progressive verb tenses activityThis worksheet will help to reinforce students' understanding of progressive verb tenses, including present progressive, past progressive, and future progressive. By completing a table with an example, students will enhance their proficiency in recognising and forming verbs in various progressive tenses. This resource is ideal for ESL students to practise verb conjugation. 

Past simple tense activityUse this handy worksheet to help students practise and reinforce their understanding of the simple past tense. By completing sentences with the correct past tense forms of verbs, students will enhance their ability to express actions that occurred in the past.

Identifying modal verbs activityUse this helpful worksheet to reinforce students' understanding of modal verbs by engaging them in an activity that involves underlining modal verbs in given sentences. Modal verbs express possibility, necessity, ability, or permission, and this activity is designed to enhance students' recognition and usage of these verbs.

Irregular verbs word search activityThis ESL word search worksheet is designed to make learning irregular verbs engaging and fun. Students will embark on a word search adventure to find 24 hidden irregular verbs within the grid. This activity aims to reinforce vocabulary acquisition and recognition of irregular verb forms. 

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.

Irregular verbs listUse this handy information sheet to help students strengthen their understanding of irregular verbs and their past simple forms. By providing examples and a list of irregular verbs, students will practise converting verbs to their past simple forms, enhancing their proficiency in recognising and using irregular verbs in different tenses.

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.

Identifying verbs activityUse this worksheet to introduce students to the diverse roles of verbs in language—describing actions, states, and occurrences. By providing a list of words, students will practise identifying verbs and distinguishing them based on their functions.

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 - lie/layThis worksheet will help students distinguish between "lie" and "lay" when discussing actions related to resting or placing something down, particularly when referring to past events. Through a series of sentences, students will practise selecting the correct word in brackets to complete each sentence, enhancing their understanding of verb usage in different contexts.

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.

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.

Commonly confused words - have/hasThis worksheet is crafted to reinforce ESL students' understanding of the present perfect tense and its auxiliary verbs, "have" and "has." Through a series of sentences, students will practise choosing the correct auxiliary verb based on the subject, fostering a solid grasp of present perfect construction.

Commonly confused words - for/sinceThis worksheet aims to provide students with a clear understanding of the distinctions between the usage of "for" and "since" when expressing duration or time. Through contextual exercises, students will practise choosing the appropriate word to complete sentences, enhancing their grasp of these temporal prepositions.

Commonly confused words - do/doesThe objective of this worksheet is to reinforce the correct usage of "do" and "does" in English sentences, particularly concerning subject-verb agreement. Students will practise selecting the appropriate form based on the subject, which can be singular or plural. Students complete each sentence by choosing the correct form of the verb ("do" or "does") to fill in the blank. 

Commonly confused words - all/everyThis worksheet provides a practical and focused exercise for students to practise using "all" and "every" appropriately in sentences. It will help students grasp the distinction between "all" and "every" when used with different types of nouns. By completing sentences with the appropriate word, students will reinforce their understanding of when to use "all" with plural and uncountable nouns and "every" with singular nouns.

Irregular verbs activityThis worksheet is designed to reinforce students' understanding of irregular verbs by providing sentences with gaps. Students are tasked with selecting the correct irregular verb in the past tense to complete each sentence. This exercise aims to enhance their ability to recognize and use irregular verbs in context.

Auxiliary Verbs ActivityThis handy worksheet is designed to help ESL students grasp the concept of auxiliary verbs and their role in forming different tenses, moods, and voices of other verbs. By providing sentences with gaps, students are challenged to select the appropriate auxiliary verb, enhancing their understanding of verb conjugation and sentence structure.

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.

Write the correct initial blendThis worksheet is designed to help students practise identifying and using consonant blends. By examining pictures and completing words with the correct consonant blend, students will enhance their phonemic awareness and reinforce their understanding of how blends function at the beginning of words.

Write the correct consonant blendThis worksheet is designed to help students practise identifying and using consonant blends. By examining pictures and completing words with the correct consonant blend, students will enhance their phonemic awareness and reinforce their understanding of how blends function at the beginning of words.

Consonant digraphs activityThis worksheet aims to reinforce ESL students' understanding of digraphs by engaging them in a visual and interactive activity. Students will practise identifying digraphs at the beginning, middle, and end of words by examining corresponding images and completing the words with the correct digraph.

Consonant blends activity - sc and skConsistent practice improves the pronunciation of words containing 'sc' and 'sk,' contributing to overall phonetic proficiency. The worksheet's interactive format keeps learners engaged, ensuring an enjoyable and effective learning experience as they master 'sc' and 'sk' consonant blends.

Consonant blends activity - pr and plStudents refine their ability to identify and differentiate between 'pr' and 'pl' blends, establishing a robust foundation for more advanced phonetic concepts. The sentence completion exercise promotes practical language skills by integrating blends into meaningful sentences, providing a deeper understanding of how 'pr' and 'pl' blends are used in context.

Consonant blends activity - gr and glStudents refine their ability to identify and differentiate between 'gr' and 'gl' blends, establishing a solid foundation for advanced phonetic concepts. The sentence completion exercise promotes practical language skills by integrating blends into meaningful sentences, providing a deeper understanding of how 'gr' and 'gl' blends are used in context.

Consonant blends activity - fr and flConsistent practice improves the pronunciation of words containing 'fr' and 'fl,' contributing to overall phonetic proficiency. The worksheet's interactive format keeps learners engaged, ensuring an enjoyable and effective learning experience as they master 'fr' and 'fl' consonant blends.

Consonant blends activityIn the first part of the worksheet, students practise placing 'cr' or 'cl' at the beginning of words. This foundational exercise enhances their ability to distinguish between these two-letter consonant blends, cultivating phonetic awareness. The second part of the worksheet challenges learners to apply their knowledge by completing sentences with the correct word from the word bank. 

Consonant blends - br and blStudents enhance their ability to identify and distinguish between 'br' and 'bl' blends, laying a strong foundation for more complex phonetic concepts. The sentence completion exercise bridges the gap between blend recognition and usage in meaningful sentences, promoting practical language skills. Learners encounter a variety of words, from descriptive adjectives like "brave" to common nouns like "broom," enriching their vocabulary. Through consistent practice, students refine their pronunciation of words containing 'br' and 'bl,' contributing to overall phonetic proficiency. The worksheet's interactive format keeps learners engaged, making the process of mastering blends enjoyable and effective.

ESL 'wh' digraph worksheetAs a valuable tool for ESL learners, this worksheet contributes to a holistic understanding of the 'wh' digraph, enhancing overall language proficiency. Students uncover the distinctive 'wh' sound by completing words, selecting from a list that includes common vocabulary like "whale" and "wheel." The second section takes the learning experience to the next level by integrating 'wh' digraphs into sentence completion exercises.

ESL 'tw' blend activityDivided into two parts, this worksheet provides a comprehensive journey through the phonetic nuances and practical application of the 'tw' blend. In the initial section, learners engage in completing words, honing their ability to recognize and pronounce the distinctive 'tw' blend within words like "twist" and "twelve." The second section elevates the learning experience by integrating 'tw' blends into sentence completion exercises, encouraging students to apply their understanding in real-world contexts. 

ESL 'tr' blend worksheetThis handy resource ensures that students not only master the pronunciation of the 'tr' blend but also gain confidence in seamlessly incorporating it into their spoken and written English. As a valuable tool for ESL learners, this worksheet contributes to a holistic understanding of the 'tr' blend, enhancing overall language proficiency.

ESL 'th' digraph worksheetThis worksheet stands as an invaluable resource for ESL learners, providing a holistic and dynamic exploration of the 'th' digraph, contributing significantly to their language proficiency. 

ESL 'sw' blend worksheetThe 'sw' blend is prevalent in various English words. This worksheet ensures that ESL students not only recognise the blend but also expand their vocabulary with relevant and commonly used words, contributing to a richer word bank. The sentence completion exercise bridges the gap between recognising 'sw' blends in isolation and applying them in context. Learners gain confidence in using these blends appropriately, fostering a deeper understanding of language usage.

ESL 'st' blend activityFocusing on the 'st' blend, students refine their phonemic awareness—essential for accurate pronunciation and effective communication. The 'st' blend is prevalent in various English words. This worksheet ensures that ESL students not only recognise the blend but also expand their vocabulary with relevant and commonly used words, contributing to a richer word bank.

ESL 'sp' blend activityThe worksheet comprises two sections, offering a comprehensive exploration of the 'sp' blend in both word recognition and sentence construction. In the initial section, students are introduced to the concept of blends, with a particular focus on the versatile 'sp' blend. Blends are integral to understanding the phonetic structure of words, and 'sp' is a common and impactful blend in the English language. Building on the acquired knowledge from the first section, the second part of the worksheet elevates the learning experience by integrating 'sp' blends into sentence completion. 

'sn' blend activityThe 'sn' blend is prevalent in various English words. This worksheet ensures that ESL students not only recognise the blend but also expand their vocabulary with relevant and commonly used words, contributing to a richer word bank. The sentence completion exercise bridges the gap between recognising 'sn' blends in isolation and applying them in context. Learners gain confidence in using these blends appropriately, fostering a deeper understanding of language usage.

This educational worksheet is crafted to support ESL (English as a Second Language) students in mastering the 'sm' blend—a combination of two letters that come together at the beginning of words, where each letter sound can be distinctly heard. 

'sl' blend activityThis educational worksheet is thoughtfully designed to support ESL (English as a Second Language) students in their journey to master the 'sl' blend—a combination of two letters that come together at the beginning of words, where each letter sound can be distinctly heard. The worksheet is structured into two sections, providing a comprehensive approach to understanding and applying the 'sl' blend in both word recognition and sentence construction.

'sh' digraph activityThis educational worksheet is carefully crafted to aid ESL (English as a Second Language) students in grasping the concept of digraphs, specifically the 'sh' digraph—a combination of two consonants that come together to produce a single sound. The worksheet is divided into two sections, with the first focusing on completing words with the 'sh' digraph, and the second incorporating these words into sentences.

'pr' blend activityThe 'pr' blend is prevalent in various English words. This worksheet ensures that ESL students not only recognise the blend but also expand their vocabulary with relevant and commonly used words, contributing to a richer word bank. The sentence completion exercise bridges the gap between recognising 'pr' blends in isolation and applying them in context. Learners gain confidence in using these blends appropriately, fostering a deeper understanding of language usage.

Complete the sentences - pl blendThis handy worksheet for ESL students is divided into two sections, focusing on blends and practical application in sentences. The blend exercise in the first section targets phonemic awareness, a fundamental skill for ESL learners. Understanding individual sounds in blends improves pronunciation and overall oral communication. The second section, involving sentence completion, ensures that students not only focus on the 'pl' blend but also expand their everyday vocabulary. This supports language proficiency and ease of communication.

Complete the sentences - ph digraph activityThis handy worksheet is divided into two sections, with the first focusing on completing words with the 'ph' digraph, and the second incorporating these words into sentences. Students are asked to add 'ph' to complete various words. This exercise is designed to reinforce the understanding of how specific letter combinations create unique sounds, aiding in pronunciation and early reading skills. The selected words are chosen to be relevant and practical for ESL learners, making the exercise both engaging and applicable to everyday vocabulary. Students are then asked to choose the correct word to complete each sentence.