Compare and Contrast Graphic Organizer – 3rd Grade Grammar Practice

Build strong compare and contrast skills with the Compare and Contrast Graphic Organizer. This third grade grammar printable keeps the focus on one skill so students can practice it with confidence.

Learning objective: Students will practice compare and contrast and apply the skill independently by completing each task on the page.

Why it works: Practice like this gives students a chance to try compare and contrast on their own after you teach it. Because the page is quick to complete and easy to review, it fits into almost any part of the school day.

What's included:

• 1 printable worksheet page

• Clear, student-friendly directions

• Cover page

How it's organized: The page opens with these directions: "Use your ideas above. Write a sentence that tells how the two topics are alike." Students then complete the practice items in order and check their work before turning it in.

Grade level: Designed for third grade students. It also works well for second grade and fourth grade students who need extra practice or a fresh review.

How to use it: It is a great fit for morning work, learning centers, intervention groups, test review, homeschool lessons, and take-home practice.

Answer key: This page does not include a separate answer key.

Teaching tips and variations:

• Pair students to compare answers and talk through any differences.

• Send it home as homework so families can see what their child is learning in grammar.

• Keep a few copies in your early finisher bin for independent review.

Skills covered: Compare and Contrast, English, Reading

Standards: Supports Common Core RL.3.9, RI.3.9.

File type: PDF, ready to print.

Number of pages: 2 (1 worksheet page, 1 cover page).

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