Write the Contraction: Sentences Worksheet

About this worksheet

Ten sentences with two words in parentheses to turn into a contraction: I am - I'm, does not - doesn't, we have - we've, let us - let's, and the odd one, will not - won't. Pictures next to some lines; the key on page 2 has every contraction written in. It is a third grade grammar sheet, ages 8 to 9, where children write whole words and sentences on their own.

On this sheet

going to the park. (I am) We find the cat. (cannot) time for lunch. (It is) He like peas. (does not) on the bus. (They are) love this book! (You will) She see the rainbow. (did not) got a new puppy. (We have) play a game. (Let us) The door open.

Tips for using it

• Do one grammar sheet at a time and read the instructions aloud together; the rule usually fits in one sentence.
• Ask children to say each sentence out loud before they write: most grammar mistakes sound wrong when spoken.
• Use the answer key to let older kids check their own work with a colored pencil.
• Mix one picture sheet with one writing sheet per week so grammar does not feel like a test.

Printing tips

Download the PDF and print at 100% (or “fit to page” on A4). Page 1 is the worksheet and page 2 is the answer key with the answers in red; print just page 1 if you want to keep the answers for checking. Free for personal, family and classroom use.