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Sort Common/Proper Nouns WorksheetSort Common/Proper Nouns Worksheet
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2nd - 7th
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Sort Common/Proper Nouns

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Maestro Magnificent, swimming pool, magic wand. Persons, places, and things are the focus of a worksheet that asks kids to identify the common and proper nouns.

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Concepts

nouns, proper nouns, common nouns

Additional Tags

english language arts

Instructional Ideas

  • Ask kids to demonstrate their understanding of nouns by extending the story of events at the birthday party and crafting their own sentences using common and proper nouns
  • The worksheet can be used as an in class exercise or as extra drill for those who need the practice

Pros

  • The worksheet begins by defining common and proper nouns
  • The 12 sentences relate the humorous story of Amelia's birthday party
  • An answer sheet is provided

Cons

  • None

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