3rd Grade Common Core: RL.3.4
Common Core Identifier: RL.3.4 / Grade: 3
Curriculum: Reading Literature: Craft and Structure
Detail: Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, distinguishing literal from nonliteral language.
56 Common Core State Standards (CCSS) aligned worksheets found:
Choose the best idiom from the word box to complete each sentence. Includes phrases such as, "cold shoulder," "feeling blue," "early bird," and "pushing the envelope."
Level: 2nd through 4th Grades
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Choose the best words to complete each sentence. Phrases include, "In Hot Water," "Lend a Hand," "Hit the Sack," and "Kick the Bucket."
Level: 2nd through 4th Grades
An idiom is a phrase that isn't meant to be taken literally. This poem includes idioms, such as "tickled pink," "left out in the cold," and "can't have your cake and eat it too."
Level: 2nd through 4th Grades
Defining Idioms FREE
This two-page worksheet contains pictures of idioms. Students must use the idiom in a sentence and tell what the sentence means. Includes phrases such as, "Down to Earth," and "Taking a Big Step."
Level: 2nd through 4th Grades
This two-page printable is a list defining sixteen common English idioms. Phrases include, "top of the world," big money," "time flies," "good sport," "fed up," and "eat your words."
Level: 2nd through 4th Grades
The child in this poem has a ball using her mother's camera. She takes hundreds of pictures of zoo animals, insects, his mother, and his friends!
Level: 3rd Grade
Students re-write each sentence and add exaggeration.
Level: 2nd through 4th Grades
Choose several tough words from the reading and use a dictionary to define each one.
Level: 3rd through 5th Grades
On the top half of the worksheet, students must tell which sentences have hyperbole and which ones do not. On the bottom half, they write their own hyperbole sentences.
Level: 2nd through 4th Grades
The word wizard's job is to find three unique or challenging words from the assigned reading and define them.
Level: 3rd through 5th Grades
The word wizard writes down and defines challenging words to share with his/her literature circle.
Level: 2nd through 5th Grades
Read the animal statements and tell whether they're facts or opinions.
Level: 2nd through 4th Grades
Write a sentence with hyperbole for each item. For example, if a student is give the words, "an old computer," they might write, "My computer is older than the dinosaurs."
Level: 2nd through 4th Grades
Liam's been working hard getting ready to try out for the position of first baseman, but when his best friend Eric goes out for the same position, the question becomes 'Who's on First?'
Level: 3rd Grade
Mindy has been practicing for soccer sign-ups, but when all her friends decide to join cheerleading, Mindy will have to decide if being with them is more important than playing soccer.
Level: 3rd Grade
Can you imagine what school would be like if all of your friends- and even your teacher- could fly?
Level: 3rd Grade
The word wizard chooses a few difficult words from the reading selection and defines them.
Level: 1st through 3rd Grades
The word wizard finds challenging words from the story and defines them.
Level: 3rd through 5th Grades
Quiz or practice sheet that deals with antonyms, synonyms, and homophones
Level: 2nd through 4th Grades
Choose the correct word (your or you're) to completes each sentence.
Level: 2nd through 4th Grades
Anthony's mom was born in Canada. When he studies Canada in school, he excitedly races home to tell her all of the interesting facts about Canada he learned.
Level: 3rd Grade
Read the story. Cross out the incorrect homophones and replace them with correct homophones.
Level: 2nd through 4th Grades
Choose the correct homophone to complete each sentence.
Level: 2nd through 4th Grades
Michael needs to make some extra money to buy a new video game, and with his older brother's help, he'll make enough in no time. But will Michael get his new game or find a way to repay his brother?
Level: 3rd Grade
Choose between your and it's and its for each sentence.
Level: 2nd through 4th Grades
This poem uses wordplay to discuss friendship. After reading it, students will use their understanding of the poem to answer questions and complete a writing prompt.
Level: 3rd Grade
Princess Liz and Princess Beth fear that a dragon is coming down the hall.
Level: 3rd Grade
When Sara's birthday party is canceled due to a hurricane, she can't think about anything else. But when her mother shows her how others are affected by the storm, Sara has a change of heart.
Level: 3rd Grade
This poem describes the many things a toad can do with a toadstool.
Level: 3rd Grade
Bobby doesn't like having to give up his Friday nights to watch his brother Nick play football, but when he finds out he's Nick's good luck charm, he just might change his mind.
Level: 3rd Grade
Each sentence has a blank line and two homophones to choose from. Choose the correct one and write it on the line.
Level: 2nd through 4th Grades
Which homophone correctly completes each sentence?
Level: 2nd through 4th Grades
Danny normally sits with Marcus in the cafeteria, but today Marcus is absent. When he tries to find another table to sit at, he finds that his classmates are less than welcoming. Is he being bullied? What should Danny do?
Level: 2nd through 4th Grades
This poem uses clever wordplay to talk about the season of spring. Students will answer reading comprehension questions, complete a vocabulary exercise, and follow a writing prompt.
Level: 4th Grade
Meet a furry, sneaky thief who steals hot dog buns and sandwiches from campers at night. This file includes the poem, several reading comprehension questions, and a vocabulary activity.
Level: 3rd Grade
This poem is about a dog owner who teaches their dog to do tricks for Halloween. Students will answer reading comprehension questions and follow a writing prompt.
Level: 3rd Grade
Maxine is worried about her math test, and when her best friend, Adam, tells her it's Friday the 13th, Max finds herself worrying even more. Will stepping on cracks and walking under a ladder be enough bad luck to make Max fail her test?
Level: 3rd Grade
This passage is about a boy writing a story for his homework and how the trouble he has doing so inspires a new story.
Level: 3rd Grade
Pick the correct homophone to complete each sentence.
Level: 2nd through 4th Grades
Homophone Clues FREE
Read the clues and write the correct pair of homophones
Level: 2nd through 4th Grades
A snowman, hot cocoa, and a sprinkling of wintry magic make this an extra fun winter poem! This poetry activity includes comprehension questions and a writing prompt.
Level: 3rd Grade
Learn about the differences between the words their, they're and there. Choose the correct word to complete each sentence.
Level: 2nd through 4th Grades
Look at the pictures. Circle the correct homophone that matches each picture.
Level: 2nd through 4th Grades
Celebrate Chinese New Year by cutting out, coloring, and putting together this fun hat. We recommend printing this file out on card stock.
Level: Pre-K through 2nd Grades
Nobody in class remembered to wish Emma a happy birthday. They're all too busy planning a surprise party for the school custodian.
Level: 3rd Grade
Decide which sentences use the word your and which ones use the word you're.
Level: 2nd through 4th Grades
This fictional passage tells the story of three siblings coming to an agreement about what kind of cookies to make with their mom.
Level: 3rd Grade
Lauren is dying to go on a real vacation like her neighbors, the Sandersons. But her parents can't afford to take the time off work. Can she and her dad find a solution that works for everyone?
Level: 3rd Grade
Students must write the meaning of each homophone word and use the word in a complete sentence.
Level: 2nd through 4th Grades
Choose a homophone word from the box to complete each sentence.
Level: 2nd through 4th Grades
In this cute poem, kids will discover that a furry canine can be the best friend of all!
Level: 3rd Grade
Use context clues to find the meanings of the underlined word in each sentence.
Level: 3rd through 5th Grades
The word wizard's job is to find challenging words from the reading assignment.
Level: 3rd and 4th Grades
The word wizard finds challenging words from the text and defines them.
Level: 3rd through 5th Grades
Damon loves his dog, Prince, but when a new puppy shows up next door, Prince is pushed aside. Can Damon learn that while puppies are cute, a grown dog can offer friendship?
Level: 3rd Grade
