Grammar Editing Practice

This practical editing worksheet helps students in Grades 4, 5, and 6 strengthen grammar, punctuation, capitalization, and proofreading skills through a real-world writing task. By revising a press release filled with common errors, learners apply conventions of standard English, practice careful rereading, and develop attention to detail while working with authentic informational text connected to announcements and national events.

Skills Reinforced

• Grammar and Mechanics (Grades 4-6) – Provides focused practice with capitalization, punctuation, titles, dates, commas, and quotation marks.
• Editing and Proofreading – Guides students in identifying errors and rewriting text accurately using clear grammar rules.
• Writing in Context – Applies conventions within a realistic press release format rather than isolated sentences.
• Attention to Detail – Encourages careful review and self-monitoring through an included editing checklist.

Instructional Support

• Teacher-Created Resource – Designed by educators to align with upper-elementary ELA standards.
• Checklist-Guided Editing – Supports independent work and helps students build consistent proofreading habits.
• Flexible Classroom Use – Ideal for whole-class instruction, small groups, homework, review, or assessment.
• Low-Prep Printable – Ready to use in classrooms or homeschool settings with minimal planning.

This grammar editing worksheet helps students gain confidence applying punctuation and capitalization rules in meaningful writing situations. By combining editing practice, proofreading strategies, and real-world text, it builds strong foundations in written communication and accuracy. Whether used in a classroom or homeschool environment, this activity supports careful writing, clear presentation, and mastery of essential grammar conventions.

This worksheet is part of our Presidents Day collection.