English Grammar Printables

Teachers, tutors, and concerned parents can use English grammar printables to help the student in their life become a success. Money to purchase extra textbooks and teaching aides may not always be available, so finding printables online can help make the dollars go further.

While a number of websites offer online tutorial programs in the form of games, quizzes, and interactive worksheets, these resources may not always be the best option. Classrooms might not have enough computers available to each student; online programs are not very portable; and students may remember concepts better if they have to work problems out by hand.

The printables found online may be free or have a fee. Although one reason to find printables online is to save money, it may not hurt to find out what is included in the fee. Some websites may charge a subscription fee and allow use of their printables and other products for a period of time, ranging from six months to a year. Other features, such as chat rooms, message boards, new materials, and discounted products, may also make it worth the fee being charged. However, you should always read the terms and conditions of use and make sure a website is secure before entering payment information.

Using English grammar printables to enhance the classroom experience, whether at home, in school, or in a tutorial program will help students reach their potential.

Free Printables for English Grammar Studies

When picking out an English grammar printable, evaluate the worksheet before using paper and ink to print off multiple copies. Look for name slots, well explained directions, answer key availability, and relevance to the topic being taught.

The following websites provide printables for free:

  • English Basics: Choose from a vast array of worksheets separated by volumes. Topics include verb tense, prepositions, analogies, and adverbs. Appropriate for upper elementary and middle school students, this site also offers answer keys grouped by worksheet creation date. Several seasonal worksheets help tie in holiday celebrations.
  • Purdue University Online Writing Lab: Get handouts that explain grammar rules from this website. The references are easy to explain and grouped together by topic, such as adjectives, sentence structure, commas, and spelling. Corresponding exercises can be printed from the "Exercise" section at the bottom of the webpage. Links to the worksheets are also listed at the bottom of each reference page. Each handout and exercise is available as a webpage or PDF file. Answers to exercises are also provided.
  • English-Zone.com: Twelve topics are covered in an array of worksheets. Click on the topic needed and look for the "printable" icon. Some worksheets require membership to the site, while others are for both guests and members. An answer key link is provided at the bottom of the worksheet page. Some worksheets may require additional instructions not on the page, so be sure to follow the link in order to use the exercises properly.
  • BusyTeachersCafe: Download the grammar handouts, charts, worksheets, and references for students. Most sheets appear to be aimed at elementary level students. Topics include synonyms, contractions, possessives, and verbs.

English Grammar Printables from Members-Only Websites

Some websites require that a person join before using their printable worksheets. Before joining, read the terms of use carefully and decide if it is a credible organization for your needs.

Membership websites offering printables and more include:

  • InstructorWeb: Visit the Language Arts section to gain access to lesson plans aimed at reading comprehension, parts of speech, essays, and writing skills. Each lesson plan includes a printable worksheet viewable only to members along with a goal, objective, and grade level. Membership also includes access to similar pages for math, science, basic skills, social studies, and more.
  • edHelper.com: Subscribers to edHelper can create their own printable worksheet. Options for making the worksheet include choosing the grade level, skills, word studies, pages, and answer keys. Non-subscribers can also get mixed review sheets for grade levels 1 through 6, but they are not customized. Two different fee-based subscription services are offered, so review your needs before signing up.

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