Grade 3 - Spelling

Grade 3 Homophones Worksheet

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Homophones

Grade 3 - Spelling - Building Confidence

Worksheet 1

  1. Which Grade 3 homophone fits the sentence meaning: "The guide gave each group one ___ of the map."

  2. The blank in "Our ___ explained the safety plan at assembly." means "the leader of a school." Which sound-alike spelling belongs there?

  3. Why does "piece" belong in this homophone sentence: "The guide gave each group one ___ of the map."?

  4. From this homophone set, which spelling means "if one choice or another is true"?

  5. Select the context-correct sound-alike word for: "The runners ___ the water station near the playground."

  6. Which Grade 3 homophone fits the sentence meaning: "The runners ___ the water station near the playground."

  7. The blank in "The guide gave each group one ___ of the map." means "one part of something." Which sound-alike spelling belongs there?

  8. Why does "aloud" belong in this homophone sentence: "The speaker read the poem ___ so everyone could hear it."?

  9. From this homophone set, which spelling means "one part of something"?

  10. Select the context-correct sound-alike word for: "The guide gave each group one ___ of the map."

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About this worksheet

Homophones sound the same or nearly the same but have different spellings and meanings. Because the sound does not settle the choice, students must use sentence meaning. Third graders often write the word they hear most often, even when the sentence asks for a number, a place, or ownership. This worksheet uses sentence context for every item so the task is truly homophone spelling, not general vocabulary. Students choose the correct sound-alike word, explain why it fits, identify the meaning clue, and complete sentences with the right spelling. Support versions provide fewer choices. Standard and challenge versions include more sets such as there, their, and they are. Encourage your child to read the whole sentence before and after the blank, then say what the missing word must mean.

What your child will learn

  • Choose a homophone by sentence meaning
  • Distinguish common sound-alike spellings
  • Use context clues before spelling a word
  • Explain why the chosen homophone fits

Worked example

I saw two birds needs two because the sentence tells a number.

Common mistake

Choosing the spelling that sounds right without checking the meaning.

Helpful hint

Ask what the word means in the sentence.

SuffixesHigh-Frequency Words

Questions parents ask

What is the most common mistake with homophones?
Choosing the spelling that sounds right without checking the meaning.
How can I help my child with homophones?
Ask what the word means in the sentence.
Are these 3rd grade spelling worksheets free to print?
Yes. All 6 printable versions on this page are free to download and print, with no account needed.