What are the main types of context clues?

Definition clues explain the word, antonym clues give its opposite, and example clues list things the word stands for. The bicycles sheet asks students to name the type for each word.

How can I practice context clues at home?

When your child meets a new word while reading, ask what the sentence around it suggests before checking a dictionary. Then check whether the guess was right.

Is there an answer key?

Yes. Both sheets have an answer key with each word's meaning and the clue words or clue type.

How many 5th Grade context clues worksheets are there?

2 printable worksheets, all free to preview. Downloads are included with a ClassWeekly free trial, and every page prints on standard 8.5 x 11 paper.

What age are context clues worksheets for?

These are written for 5th Grade students, roughly ages 10-11. Many teachers also use them a grade up for review or a grade down as an extension, so use the preview to judge the fit for a particular child.

Are these context clues worksheets aligned to Common Core?

Yes. Each one shows the Common Core code it covers on its own page, so you can check the alignment yourself rather than taking our word for it.

Can I use these context clues worksheets for homeschool?

Yes. Nothing here assumes a classroom of 25, so they work the same one-to-one at the kitchen table as they do in a 5th Grade classroom, a learning center, or a tutoring session.

5th Grade Context Clues Worksheets

Ages 10-11 · Free previews · Print-ready PDFs

Written by Adi Ackerman, Head Teacher

Free printable context clues worksheets for 5th grade students (Ages 10-11). Aligned to Common Core standards. Ready to print.

5th Grade Reading Compare and Contrast Context clues Clear All

Context Clues in a Story About a Coral Reef Dive

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Context Clues in a Text About the First Bicycles

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TopicCompare and Contrast

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Frequently Asked Questions

Words and sentences near an unknown word that help a reader figure out what it means, such as a definition, an opposite or a list of examples.

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