AL Ws/L2.4 Use apostrophes & inverted commas

Punctuate sentences correctly and use punctuation accurately, e.g. commas, apostrophes, inverted commas (a) Understand and use commas when they are needed to separate parts of complex sentences, to enclose extra information, or to mark off direct speech (b) Understand and use an apostrophe to show a missing letter or letters, e.g. they're, we've, I'm (c) Know the full verb equivalents and that the writer can choose short or full forms depending on the formality required (d) Understand the difference between it's (‘it is') and its (‘belonging to it') (e) Understand the use of apostrophes to show where a final -s indicates that something belongs to someone or something (f) Understand the use of inverted commas for direct speech, and to indicate a quotation

Cubs – apostrophes is a series of sentences for possible correction and is based upon Janet Chapman’s Cub Scout newsletter – proofreading resource (see below).

Level
Level 1
Level 2
English
Rs/L1.2
AL Ws/L2.4 Use apostrophes & inverted commas
Context
Voluntary, Charity and Community

A challenging kinaesthetic paired activity that is bound to promote discussion about possessive and omissive apostrophes (and the greengrocer’s apostrophe!).

Level
Level 1
Level 2
English
Apostrophes
Rs/L1.2
AL Ws/L2.4 Use apostrophes & inverted commas

Fabulous set of 40 challenging multiple choice questions focusing on spelling, vocabulary, grammar (some are very challenging) and punctuation (again, challenging, and with good coverage of apostrophes).

Level
Level 2
English
Adult Literacy: Reading at word level (phonics & vocabulary)
Ws/L2.2
AL Ws/L2.4 Use apostrophes & inverted commas
AL Ww/L2.1 Spell technical words

A topical comprehension activity based on a BBC news report. Covers general comprehension – focusing on ‘recognising the main points’, along with vocabulary/synonyms, spelling and punctuation.

Level
Level 2
English
Adult literacy: reading comprehension (Rt)
AL Rw/L2.3 Vocabulary (language features, synonyms, formality)
AL Ws/L2.4 Use apostrophes & inverted commas
AL Ww/L2.1 Spell technical words
Context
History, culture, museums, libraries

A very useful 2 page handout with information, tip and two quick exercises (one for omission, one for possession).

Level
Level 1
Level 2
English
Apostrophes
Rs/L1.2
AL Ws/L2.4 Use apostrophes & inverted commas

A fun way to consolidate the use of apostrophes in contractions. With differentiation ideas.

Level
Level 1
Level 2
English
Apostrophes
Rs/L1.2
AL Ws/L2.4 Use apostrophes & inverted commas

Visual prompts that can really help students grasp this difficult topic. Two group teaching ideas are included. Includes apostrophes for irregular plurals.

Level
Level 2
English
AL Ws/L2.4 Use apostrophes & inverted commas

5 page workpack covers punctuation and vocabulary. Written for history students that are also covering basic literacy but useful for any students with an interest in ancient Britain.

Level
Entry Level 3
Level 1
Level 2
English
Rs/E3.3
Rs/L1.2
Adult Lit Rs/L2.2 Use punctuation to help interpret the meaning and purpose of texts
AL Rw/L2.3 Vocabulary (language features, synonyms, formality)
Rw/L1.1
Rw/L2.2
Ws/E3.4
Ws/L1.3
AL Ws/L2.4 Use apostrophes & inverted commas
Context
History, culture, museums, libraries

Clear examples and practice for Level 2 students.

Level
Level 2
English
AL Ws/L2.4 Use apostrophes & inverted commas
Adult Lit Rs/L2.2 Use punctuation to help interpret the meaning and purpose of texts

An unpunctuated text. Students must add capital letters, commas, full stops and apostrophes so that it makes sense.

Level
Level 1
Level 2
English
Rs/L1.2
Adult Lit Rs/L2.2 Use punctuation to help interpret the meaning and purpose of texts
Ws/L1.3
AL Ws/L2.4 Use apostrophes & inverted commas
Context
Hairdressing & Beauty therapy