Are these 2nd grade grammar worksheets free to print?

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Grade 2 Past and Present Verbs Worksheet

About this worksheet

Past and present tense help readers understand when an action happens. Second graders often know the idea in speech but miss the spelling change in writing, especially with verbs such as carried, hopped, and tried. They may also choose a verb form that clashes with a time clue in the sentence. This worksheet asks students to read the whole sentence before choosing the verb. Items rotate through identifying tense, changing a sentence from present to past, choosing a present-tense verb, and matching a time clue to the correct form. Encourage your child to look for words such as today, yesterday, now, and last night. Those clues usually tell which verb form belongs. Spelling changes deserve a slow check every time.

What your child will learn

Tell whether a verb is past or present tense
Choose verbs that match time clues
Change present-tense verbs to past tense
Use regular past-tense endings correctly

Worked example

In 'Maya studied yesterday,' studied is past tense because yesterday tells that the action already happened.

Common mistake

Using a present-tense verb with a past time clue, such as 'yesterday he walks.'

Helpful hint

Read the time clue before choosing the verb.

Action Verbs Adjectives

Questions parents ask

What is the most common mistake with past and present verbs?: Using a present-tense verb with a past time clue, such as 'yesterday he walks.'
How can I help my child with past and present verbs?: Read the time clue before choosing the verb.
Are these 2nd grade grammar worksheets free to print?: Yes. All 6 printable versions on this page are free to download and print, with no account needed.