1. Commas

2. Learning Intentions I understand the function of a comma.
I can use commas correctly.

3. The wonderful comma!
It tells us to take a brief pause when we are reading – not as long as a full stop.
It has to be used carefully.

4. Commas can change the meaning of a sentence

6. Comma Mission 1 When there is a list of words in a sentence.
We will need hammers, nails and a saw.
She stopped, stared and ran.
Mr Cherry was a warm, hospitable man.
Sam frightened the cat, teased the dog and annoyed the neighbours.

7. Write a sentence listing at least 3 foods you love.

8. Comma Mission 2
Commas are used to separate any extra information that is added.
The words enclosed by the commas could be left out without changing the general meaning of the sentence.

9. Paul Mann, our star player, broke his leg in the match on Saturday.
Paul Mann broke his leg in the match on Saturday.
The man, who was wearing a blue hat, slid silently into the room.
The man slid silently into the room.

10. Your turn – mix & match Miss Jones Peter Mrs White Our nanny Mr Smith
, the plumber,
, Jennifer,
, the typist,
, my hairdresser,
, our teacher,
is good at looking after children.
blow dries my hair every week.
has a son called Sam.
fixed a leak in our pipes last week.
works in a large office.

11. Game Time! http://savethecomma.com/game/

12. HOMEWORK
Complete the Show My Homework quiz on commas. Choose the sentence which uses commas correctly. You can practice and revise on BBC skillswise.