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Apostrophes: Contractions and Possessives Worksheets for 2nd Grade
14 bright, no-prep pages that help 2nd graders use apostrophes in contractions and possessives, step by step from a warm-up to a challenge. Every page has one clear goal, big friendly print and room to write.
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- Answer keys included
- Color + ink saver, US Letter
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Watch the pages in action
A pencil works through real pages from this pack, so you can see exactly what your child will do.
What your child will practice
Two jobs for the apostrophe. In a contraction, the apostrophe takes the place of missing letters. With an s, it shows that something belongs to someone. The pack follows CCSS L.2.2c: Use an apostrophe to form contractions and frequently occurring possessives.
CCSS L.2.2c
2 PDFs: color and ink saver. One clear goal on every page.
The rule
The rule- Two jobs for the apostrophe.
- In a contraction, the apostrophe takes the place of missing letters.
- With an s, it shows that something belongs to someone.
Three levels
Three levels- Level 1, warm-up (pages 4-5): Match the contraction, Circle the right word
- Level 2, practice (pages 6-7): Write the contraction, Whose is it?
- Level 3, challenge (pages 8-10): Add the apostrophes, Apostrophe hunt, Write with apostrophes
A look inside
Preview 2
Preview 3
Preview 4
Every page in the pack
- Page 1: a cover with the full page list
- Page 2: a one-page guide for grown-ups with the standard, a 5-day plan and teaching tips
- Page 3: a rule poster with examples (“Two jobs for the apostrophe”)
- Level 1 (warm-up), pages 4-5: Match the contraction, Circle the right word
- Level 2 (practice), pages 6-7: Write the contraction, Whose is it?
- Level 3 (challenge), pages 8-10: Add the apostrophes, Apostrophe hunt, Write with apostrophes
- Page 11: a 10-question quick check with a score box
- Pages 12-13: answer keys for every page
- Page 14: a Grammar Star certificate
How to use it
- 1
Print
Print the color PDF, or the ink saver PDF for black and white printers and photocopiers.
- 2
Start with the rule
Read the rule poster on page 3 together and say the examples out loud.
- 3
A level a day
Follow the 5-day plan in the grown-ups guide: warm-up, practice, then the challenge pages.
- 4
Check and celebrate
Finish with the 10-question quick check, check the answer keys and give the Grammar Star certificate.
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Prepared by
SK Kutubuddin
An assistant teacher who teaches English to Grades 1 to 5 at an elementary school in Howrah.
Reviewed by
Madina Sultana
M.A. in English, University of Calcutta; B.Ed.; TEFL certified.
Common questions
Is it right for my child?
It is written for 2nd grade and follows CCSS L.2.2c: Use an apostrophe to form contractions and frequently occurring possessives. It also works for a strong 1st grader or as review in 3rd grade.
What is inside?
14 pages: a cover, a guide for grown-ups with a 5-day plan, a rule poster, three levels of practice, a 10-question quick check, answer keys and a certificate.
How do I get the files?
Checkout is on our Gumroad shop at shop.templotix.com. Right after you pay you get a download page and an email with the link, and you can download the PDFs again at any time.
Is there a black and white version?
Yes. Every pack comes as a full-color PDF and as an ink saver PDF in black and white, made for photocopying.
What paper size is it?
US Letter (8.5 x 11 inches). It also prints well on A4 with "fit to page" turned on.
Can I use it with my class?
Yes. Print as many copies as your own children or your own class need. Please do not share the file itself or post it online.
How are the packs made?
They are drafted with AI assistance, then every page is checked by Madina Sultana (M.A. in English, B.Ed., TEFL certified). They are prepared by SK Kutubuddin, an elementary school English teacher.
Apostrophes: Contractions and Possessives Worksheets for 2nd Grade
14 pages · instant download · answer keys · CCSS L.2.2c
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