Year 1 · English · Spelling · Free Printable
Plurals: -s and -es
Practise forming plurals with -s and -es endings.
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Learning Intention
Students will form plurals using -s and -es correctly.
Australian Curriculum
Supports Year 1 English literacy and spelling learning. (AC9E1LY11)
Teacher Notes
Sort words that take -s versus -es (e.g. boxes, brushes). Practise reading and writing both forms.
Skills Practised
- Plural endings
- Spelling rules
- Word reading
- Morphology
About This Worksheet
This Year 1 spelling worksheet gives children focused practice with plural nouns ending in -s and -es. The aim is to notice how the ending changes when there is more than one of something.
What Students Practise
Children read singular nouns, choose or write the appropriate plural form, and build confidence using plural endings. Examples such as cat → cats, dog → dogs, box → boxes and brush → brushes can be discussed before independent practice.
How to Use It
Begin with real objects or pictures. Say one noun, then ask what we would say when there is more than one. Sort examples into words that take -s and words that take -es. Complete the worksheet, then read the finished words aloud.
Parent Tip
During everyday routines, point out groups of objects and ask your child to name them using a plural. Encourage them to listen to the ending and explain why they used -s or -es.