Compound Noun Worksheets, Definition, and Examples

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Welcome to our compound noun worksheets! Students typically start learning about compound nouns in the early elementary grades, around second or third grade. At this age, children have already learned about basic parts of speech, such as nouns and verbs, and are ready to start learning about compound nouns and other structures.

Compound nouns are created when two or more words are combined to create a single noun with a new meaning. Examples include “toothbrush,” “mother-in-law,” and “ice cream.”

Our printable compound noun worksheets below include a variety of formats to help your child or student. Just click on the worksheet link and download or print!

Compound Noun Printable Activities

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Write the compound noun below the set of pictures

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Students draw a line to match the two words that make up a compound noun.

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Students match the words that make up a compound noun, and then write a compound noun based on a clue provided.

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Students write the compound noun baed on the pictures.

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Students solve the riddle and write the correct compound noun to write on the line.

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