ESL worksheets for grammar and vocabulary
Short, clear sentences for English learners in K-8. Pick a grammar point or a vocabulary theme, choose the grade, and print it with an answer key.
Grammar
Each page has the rule chart and opens the generator set up for that grammar point.
Vocabulary themes
The words new English learners need first. Click one to make a vocabulary worksheet for it.
Also free for word practice: word search, matching, crossword and spelling.
A simple order for beginners
- 1. Classroom words, colors, numbers and family
- 2. The verb to be: am, is, are
- 3. Simple present for routines: I play, she plays
- 4. Present continuous for now: she is playing
- 5. Simple past: played, went, ate
- 6. Parts of speech: nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs
Questions
What is an ESL worksheet?
A worksheet for students learning English as a second language (ESL), also called English language learners (ELL) or English learners (EL). It practices grammar or vocabulary with short, clear sentences.
What should beginners practice first?
Most ESL programs start with the verb to be (am, is, are), classroom and family vocabulary, then the simple present for routines and the present continuous for what is happening now. The simple past comes after.
Can I match the worksheet to my student's level?
Yes. Pick a lower grade for shorter sentences, or use More options and choose "Below grade level". Differentiated mode makes three leveled versions of the same sheet in one click.
Are the worksheets in English only?
Yes. Instructions and questions are in simple American English, so they work for students of any first language.
Is there an answer key?
Every worksheet has one on its own page. The answer key is part of Unlimited.
Is it free?
You can make 1 AI worksheet a day for free. The word search, matching and spelling generators on the site are free with no limit.
