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Always use a comma when you are making a list. When do I use a comma? Commas are used in many different ways. We are going to learn one way a comma is used. Always use a comma when you are making a list. I have apples bananas and oranges. , ,

TIP: If you are listing 3 things, you only need 2 commas! Look Where Commas Go! Plants need sun, air, and water. I have a book, pencil, and paper. I ate pizza, chips, and cookies. I like to read, play, and sleep. I have a dog, cat, and lizard. My teacher is smart, pretty, and fun! TIP: If you are listing 3 things, you only need 2 commas!

TIP: If you are listing 4 things, you only need 3 commas! Look Where Commas Go! I don’t like bugs, snakes, spiders, or mice. Roses can be red, yellow, white, or pink. You can choose a movie, toy, shirt, or game at the store. Do you want chicken, burgers, hot dogs, or grilled cheese for dinner? Dogs can be black, brown, white, or gray. Do we have P.E., art, music, or library today? TIP: If you are listing 4 things, you only need 3 commas!

Help me put the commas where they belong! 1. a. I see a cow a pig and a duck. b. I heard a snap, a crackle and a pop. c. I saw my mom, grandmother, and aunt. 2. a. I need pots, soil, and, seeds. b. I feel happy, glad, and excited. c. My friends are nice kind, and helpful.

Help me put the commas where they belong! 1. a. Do you like red, blue, green, or yellow? b. I will give this to John, Sally, Emily or Jared. c. I will get a Wii PS3 XBOX or Nintendo DS for my birthday. 2. a. You can choose crayons, colored pencils or markers. b. I might go to, Tim, Devon, Thomas, or Zach’s house. c. You can have cookies, cake, cupcakes, or brownies.

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