Free printable adverb worksheets for grades 2–4. Identify adverbs of time, place, and manner in sentences. Sort and practice using adverbs correctly. Download PDFs.
Grade: 2nd–4thPhase 1: Parts of Speech
Definition
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, adjective, or another adverb.
Tip: Adverbs answer: How? When? Where? or How much? Many adverbs end in -ly.
1 Identify the Adverbs
Circle the adverbs(s) in each sentence. Includes an answer key.
Directions: Read each sentence. Circle every adverbs you find.
She ran quickly to catch the bus.
The kitten carefully climbed down the tree.
He always does his homework before dinner.
They played outside until it got dark.
The teacher spoke clearly so everyone could hear.
We will go to the beach tomorrow.
He looked everywhere for his missing book.
The baby slept soundly through the whole night.
She smiled happily when she got the news.
The train arrived early at the station.
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2 Sort: How (Manner) vs. When or Where
Sort words from the bank into two categories. Great for visual learners. Includes an answer key.
Directions: Read each word. Write it in the correct column.