German · Level A1 · ages 7 to 12 · Free· Deutsch

Free German Worksheets for Kids (A1)

These worksheets are for children and beginners who learn German at level A1. Each vocabulary topic has a picture dictionary and seven to nine task worksheets: matching, writing, missing letters, unscramble, circle the word, word search, sorting and two article worksheets (der, die, das).

The grammar topics cover sein and haben, the articles der, die, das and ein, eine, the plural, personal pronouns, the present tense, word order and the prepositions in, auf, unter. Each grammar topic has a rules chart and four to six task worksheets.

Every PDF is free and prints on A4. The instructions on the worksheets are in German, and the answer key is on page 2. Every noun comes with its article.

40 topics · 348 PDF · Last update: 2026-11-06

Vocabulary with pictures

Grammar

Each grammar topic has a rules chart and four to six task worksheets with answer keys.

Questions and answers

Are the worksheets free?
Yes. Every worksheet on these pages is a free PDF. You do not need an account, and there is no email form. Open the PDF and print it.
What level are the German worksheets for?
The worksheets are for level A1, the first year of German. They suit children from 7 to 12 years old and older beginners. The instructions on the worksheets are in German.
Do the worksheets teach the articles?
Yes. Every noun has its article, der, die or das. Each topic has an article worksheet and an article sorting worksheet.
Do the PDFs have answer keys?
Yes. Each task worksheet has the answer key on page 2. Reference sheets, for example the picture dictionary, do not need an answer key.
Can I use the worksheets in my classroom?
Yes. You can print the worksheets for your own students and for your family as often as necessary. Do not sell the files or upload them to another website.
Are there German grammar worksheets?
Yes. Seven grammar topics: sein and haben, der, die, das and ein, eine, the plural, personal pronouns, the present tense, word order and the prepositions in, auf, unter. Each topic has a rules chart and task worksheets with answer keys.
Do you also have full German tests?
Yes. The German A1 Unit Tests are 15 printable tests with answer keys for $9, one payment. One full test is a free sample.

For teachers: 15 printable German A1 tests with answer keys, $9. See the tests and a free sample →

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Licence: free for classroom and home use. Do not sell the files or upload them to another website.