Join two words into a contraction with an apostrophe, and split contractions back into their two words. Starts with the most common words and the simplest rule. This Year 4 worksheet has 12 questions and comes with a full answer sheet with a tip for every question.
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Completed: Year 4 Contractions (don't, I'm, they'll) Worksheet — Level 1
Year 4 students (typically ages 9–10) working on punctuation. It is pitched at level 1 · easier; a harder version is linked above.
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About 10 minutes for 12 questions. Short, regular sessions work best: two or three a week beats one long one.
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Join the two words to make a contraction. Put the apostrophe ( ' ) where the letter is missing.
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