When or Why?
Read each answer. Does it answer a when question or a why question? Circle one.
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How to do it
- Read the answer.
- Is it a time or a reason?
- Circle When or Why.
Teaching tip
Have your child make up the question for each answer. "When do you play outside? In summer!" This sheet is aligned with Common Core SL.1.2.
About this worksheet
Ten answers to sort. Each one answers either a when question or a why question.
What kids practice
By first grade, kids know who, what and where questions. When and why are harder. When asks about time, like "in the morning" or "after lunch." Why asks for a reason, and the answer often starts with "because" or "to." These questions help kids understand stories, follow conversations and explain their thinking.
Watch for
- Answering a when question with a place, like "at the park." Ask "But what time?"
- Answering a why question with just "because." Ask "Because why?"
- Guessing before listening to the whole question. Repeat the question slowly.
It's free to print, with an answer key. See the full WH questions when and why guide for 1st grade.
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