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Smiley Sort Worksheet

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  • K
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  • L.K.1.B
  • L.K.1
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About the Worksheet

This interactive and printable worksheet,, titled "Smiley Sort," is designed to help students learn how to identify and categorize verbs and nouns. The interactive and printable versions of the worksheet provide a fun and engaging way for young learners to practice their understanding of these essential parts of speech.

This interactive and printable worksheet, presents a bank of words, and students are tasked with sorting them into two categories: verbs (action words) and nouns (people, places, and things). The visual representation of a smiley face, with verbs written inside and nouns written outside, creates a memorable association for students, reinforcing their understanding of these word classes.

Here's what your child will learn through this worksheet:

Learning Outcomes

Cognitive:

  • Identify and distinguish between verbs and nouns.
  • Understand the definition and function of verbs (action words) and nouns (people, places, and things).
  • Develop vocabulary and word recognition skills.

Psychomotor:

  • Practice writing and sorting words into appropriate categories.
  • Develop fine motor skills through writing and categorizing activities.

Affective:

  • Build confidence in identifying and categorizing parts of speech.
  • Foster engagement and enjoyment in learning through the use of visuals and interactive elements.

Interpersonal/Social:

  • Collaborate with peers or teachers in completing the worksheet, promoting teamwork and communication skills.

By completing this worksheet, students will not only strengthen their understanding of verbs and nouns but also develop essential cognitive, psychomotor, affective, and interpersonal skills that contribute to their overall academic and personal growth.

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Smiley Sort, Verbs, Nouns, Parts of Speech, Interactive Worksheet, Printable PDF, Word Recognition, Vocabulary Building, Fine Motor Skills, Cognitive Learning, Affective Learning, Interpersonal Learning, Categorization, Sorting, Language Arts, Elementary Education, Fun Learning

Common Core Standards Covered

L.K.1
Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.
L.K.1.b
Use frequently occurring nouns and verbs.

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