ContractionsGrade 2 English for Kids
Do not = don't! Two words squeezed into one.
Contractions teaches second graders how two words join and an apostrophe takes the place of missing letters: do not becomes don't. The apostrophe is filled in, so kids focus on the letters and the meaning.
- Grade 2 · Ages 7–8
- 4 games
- 27 practice questions
- About 15 min
- Hear and Type
- More Contractions
- Make It Short
- Contraction Sentences
English typing course · Grade 2
Contractions · Learning goals
What Your Child Will Learn
A contraction joins two words and an apostrophe takes the place of missing letters. The apostrophe is filled in for you, so just type the letters!
- Hear and Type
- More Contractions
- Make It Short
- Contraction Sentences
Why it matters
Why This Matters for Kids
Common in books
Contractions like can't, it's and I'm appear on almost every page kids read.
Understanding meaning
Knowing that don't means do not helps kids understand what they read.
Natural writing
Using contractions makes kids' writing sound like real speech.
Inside Contractions
How the Course Works
Short typing games: kids hear or see each word, type it, and get instant, friendly feedback.
Step 1 · Game
Hear and Type
Listen and type the contraction. The apostrophe is filled in! Hear a word and type it. (8 exercises)
Step 2 · Game
More Contractions
More short cuts. Listen and type. Hear a word and type it. (8 exercises)
Step 3 · Game
Make It Short
Hear two words, then type them as one contraction. Hear a word and type it. (6 exercises)
Step 4 · Game
Contraction Sentences
Type sentences with contractions. Hear a sentence and type it. (5 exercises)
Word list
Grade 2 Words and Sentences to Type
A sample of what your child hears, reads and types in this course.
- can't(sight word)
- don't(sight word)
- isn't(sight word)
- it's(sight word)
- i'm(sight word)
- we're(sight word)
- she's(sight word)
- you're(sight word)
- didn't(sight word)
- wasn't(sight word)
- aren't(sight word)
- he's(sight word)
- let's(sight word)
- i'll(sight word)
- we'll(sight word)
- that's(sight word)
- “I can't find my hat.”
- “It's a sunny day.”
- “We're going to school.”
- “Don't run in the hall.”
- “She's my best friend.”
For parents
Try It at Home
Learning sticks best when kids use it in real life. Here are simple ideas from this course.
Parent Tip
Read a page of a book together and hunt for contractions. For each one, your child says the two words it stands for.
Contractions · Questions from parents
Frequently Asked Questions
What age is this course for?
Contractions is a grade 2 english course for kids ages 7–8. That is Year 3 english in the UK and Year 2 in Australia. It also works well for review in the next grade, or as a challenge for a confident younger learner.
What will my child learn?
A contraction joins two words and an apostrophe takes the place of missing letters. The apostrophe is filled in for you, so just type the letters! Along the way they practice: Hear and Type; More Contractions; Make It Short; Contraction Sentences.
How long does the course take?
About 15 minutes in total, split into 4 short levels. Most kids finish it over two or three sessions. Progress is saved, so they can stop any time and pick up where they left off.
Is this course free?
Contractions is part of SkillBloom Premium, which unlocks every course in every subject. Each subject also has free courses, so your child can try SkillBloom before you decide.
Does my child need to read well to use it?
No. Every word and sentence is read aloud first, and kids type what they hear. Spelling and reading grow together as they play.
Can we use it for homeschool?
Yes. SkillBloom is built for homeschooling families. Kids work through lessons, games and quizzes on their own, and the parent dashboard shows what they finished and which skills need more practice. It works on phones, tablets and laptops.
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