Common vs. Proper Nouns
Browse 6 free printable Common vs. Proper Nouns worksheets for Grade 1 Reading Writing. These Nouns worksheets are designed to give students targeted practice and build confidence in reading writing.
Worksheets are available at multiple difficulty levels — Easy, Medium, and Hard — so you can meet every student where they are. Each worksheet is an instant PDF download: print as many copies as you need for your classroom, tutoring sessions, or home practice at no cost.
Whether you're a teacher looking for nouns practice problems, a homeschool parent building a Grade 1 curriculum, or a tutor helping a student catch up, these free printable worksheets are ready to use today.
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| # | Worksheet | Questions | Actions |
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| Easy | |||
| 1 | 5 questions | ||
| 2 | 5 questions | ||
| Medium | |||
| 1 | 6 questions | ||
| 2 | 5 questions | ||
| Hard | |||
| 1 | 5 questions | ||
| 2 | 5 questions | ||
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Practice Questions
- Sort: girl, Mia, store, Target 🏙️Common Noun:Proper Noun:
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Common Noun:girl, storeProper Noun:Mia, Target
- Sort: dog, Fido, state, Texas 🤠Common Noun:Proper Noun:
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Common Noun:dog, stateProper Noun:Fido, Texas
- Sort: boy, Ben, month, May 📅Common Noun:Proper Noun:
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Common Noun:boy, monthProper Noun:Ben, May
- Sort: toy, LEGO, planet, Mars 🪐Common Noun:Proper Noun:
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Common Noun:toy, planetProper Noun:LEGO, Mars
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Teacher Resources
Teaching Notes
Proper nouns are SPECIAL names for specific people, places, or things. They always get a capital letter (a crown).
Vocabulary
Common Mistakes
- Thinking 'mom' is proper (it's common unless used as a name 'Mom').
Differentiation
Discussion Questions
- Is 'dog' a proper noun? What about 'Fido'?
Extension Activities
- Name Game: I say 'store', you say 'Walmart'.
Parent Tip
Ask your child to name common and proper nouns they see.
Learning Path
Skill Level
intermediate
Estimated Time
15 minutes