Early elementary grades are some of the most critical times for developing language arts skills.
Kids are learning how to read fluently, how to identify parts of speech, and how to create clear sentences on their own.
As part of second grade language arts standards, children often learn how to form and use both singular and plural nouns.
And that’s why I wanted to share a simple language arts lesson: a printable noun practice for second grade activity with a fun back-to-school theme!
This simple cut and paste activity is perfect for early grades.
And you can work on the singular and plural nouns and then add in collective nouns when your students are ready.
Read on to see how to get your copy.
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Back to School Noun Practice for Second Grade Activity
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This noun sorting practice lesson is a cut and paste activity featuring singular nouns, plural nouns, and collective nouns.
Collective nouns are nouns that look like singular nouns but refer to a group, such as “team”, “group”, “class”, etc.
Learning to distinguish between these types of nouns is a critical language arts skill for second grade.
Once kids decide which picture goes with which noun, they glue them into the box below.
Use the noun writing worksheets for reinforcement after the hands-on activity.
These also give students a chance to practice writing and spelling plural nouns and collective nouns correctly.
You can also send these writing activities home as an independent practice activity.
Get a look at this resource in action below!
Scroll down to get your copy of our Back to School Noun Practice for Second Grade activity!
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Cerys says
A great way to connect them – my 2nd Grader is finding some of the plural nouns harder than others – living in England we’ve had lots of conversation about SHEEPS and GOOSES as we drive around the country side.
Selena Robinson says
Hee hee! My 6yo does that too. 🙂
Beth says
Such fun practice! Thanks for sharing.
Carla says
What a great idea!! And I know what you mean about kids growing up so fast…I can hardly believe I have an 8-year old!!
Natalie PlanetSmartyPants says
How funny – I didn’t know there were collective nouns. I can only hope my daughter did learn it in the second grade 🙂
Selena Robinson says
LOL!
Terri says
Great idea and such a fun game! My daughter would love it!
Sallie Borrink says
Love the picture of your boy doing the activity! Thank you for sharing! 🙂