Fix the Negatives

This worksheet helps students in Grades 4, 5, and 6 improve grammar accuracy by correcting sentences that contain double negatives. Through careful reading, sentence revision, negative word analysis, and rewriting practice, learners focus on using only one negative per idea so their sentences are clear, precise, and aligned with standard English conventions.

Learning Goals

• Correcting Double Negatives (Grades 4-6) – Students identify sentences with incorrect negative constructions and revise them accurately.
• Conventions of Standard English – Learners apply rules that govern correct negative usage in writing.
• Sentence Revision and Editing – Students practice rewriting complete sentences to improve clarity and correctness.
• Grammar and Usage Accuracy – The activity reinforces precise word choice and sentence meaning.

Instructional Benefits

• Teacher-Created Resource – Designed to align with upper-elementary grammar and writing standards.
• Rewrite-Focused Practice – Students actively improve sentences rather than simply spotting errors.
• Builds Writing Fluency – Rewriting sentences supports smoother, more confident written expression.
• Flexible Use – Ideal for grammar lessons, independent practice, homework, or editing workshops.

This double negative correction worksheet supports grammar mastery, sentence clarity, and editing confidence. By rewriting sentences to eliminate extra negatives, students gain a stronger understanding of how standard English communicates meaning clearly and effectively. Whether used in a classroom or homeschool language arts setting, this printable provides focused, no-prep practice that helps learners recognize and fix one of the most common grammar errors in writing.

This worksheet is part of our Double Negatives Worksheets collection.