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This resource contains an editable, 45-slide PowerPoint presentation on the punctuation device - the ellipsis. It clearly explains what the ellipsis is, its functions in writing and how to use ellipses correctly in writing. Many examples are provided. Opportunities are also provided for pupils to explain why the ellipsis has been used. Students are also asked to shorten quotations and compose their own sentences containing ellipses about several striking images.
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The Ellipsis - Five Page Workbook
This resource contains a five page workbook on the punctuation mark - the ellipsis. The workbook includes one information/explanation sheet and four worksheets on the ellipsis. Tasks include:
shortening quotations using the ellipsis
identifying the purpose of the ellipsis in sentences
adding ellipses in the appropriate place in sentences
composing sentences using ellipses
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This bundle contains a 45-slide PowerPoint lesson and a 12 page workbook on the semicolon.
PowerPoint Lesson
This is an editable, 45-slide PowerPoint lesson on using semicolons appropriately in writing in:
linking two related sentences
complex lists
sentences containing conjunctive adverbs
The PowerPoint explains what a semicolon is and why and when it is used. There are many examples and opportunities for pupils to practise placing semicolons appropriately.
Semicolons Workbook
This 12 page workbook includes two information sheets and nine worksheets on semicolons.
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This resource contains a 45-slide PowerPoint lesson on using semicolons appropriately in writing to link two related sentences / independent clauses, in complex lists and in sentences containing conjunctive adverbs. The PowerPoint contains explanations, examples and opportunities for pupils to practise placing semi-colons appropriately.
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Semicolons - 12 Page Workbook
This resource contains a 12-page workbook and includes two information sheets and nine worksheets on semicolons. Tasks include using semicolons in related sentences, complex lists and in sentences containing a conjunctive adverb.
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This resource contains a 13-page workbook on linking verbs (copular verbs). It includes three information/explanation sheets and ten worksheets. Tasks include identifying linking verbs within sentences, insertion of the correct linking verb and writing own sentences containing linking verbs. Answers are included.
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Linking Verbs Powerpoint Lesson
This resource contains an editable, 60-slide PowerPoint lesson on linking verbs (copular verbs). The PowerPoint explains what linking verbs are, and the difference between them, helping verbs and action verbs. The PowerPoint clearly and visually demonstrates how to identify them. It also explains how to identify linking words that can also act as action words in sentences.
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This resource contains an editable, 60-slide PowerPoint lesson on linking verbs (copular verbs). The PowerPoint explains what linking verbs are, and the difference between them, helping verbs and action verbs. It also explains how to determine whether verbs that can act as both linking verbs and action verbs are functioning in a sentence (seems, look, tastes, appears etc). The PowerPoint clearly and visually demonstrates how to identify linking verbs.
The PowerPoint also contains a link to a short video on linking verbs.
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Linking Verbs - 13 Page Workbook
The workbook contains three explanation/information sheets and ten worksheets on linking verbs. Tasks include identifying linking verbs within sentences, insertion of the correct linking verb and writing own sentences containing linking verbs.
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This resource contains an editable, 60-slide PowerPoint lesson and an accompanying 20-page workbook that includes two information sheets and eighteen worksheets on fronted adverbials. The new National Curriculum requires children to be taught to use fronted adverbials and to use commas after fronted adverbials.
20 Page Workbook
This workbook contains 18 worksheets and 2 information sheets on adverbs, adverbial phrases and fronted adverbials. The worksheet tasks include:
identifying adverbs, adverbial phrases and fronted adverbials of time, place, manner and frequency in sentences
inserting appropriate adverbs, adverbial phrases and fronted adverbials in sentences
insertion of comma after fronted adverbial
using fronted adverbials in writing
changing sentences so that the adverbial phrase is at the beginning of a sentence
PowerPoint Lesson
This is an editable, 60-slide PowerPoint lesson on fronted adverbials.
The PowerPoint focuses on:
recap of adverbs
adverbial phrases of time, place, manner and frequency
fronted adverbials
insertion of comma after fronted adverbial
opportunities for pupils to identify adverbs, adverbial phrases and fronted adverbials
opportunities for pupils to change a sentence so that the adverbial phrase is at the beginning of a sentence
opportunities for pupils to create fronted adverbial sentences
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Fronted Adverbials Memo and Task Mat
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This resource contains an editable, 50-slide PowerPoint lesson on fronted adverbials.
The PowerPoint includes:
a recap of adverbs
adverbial phrases of time, place and manner
fronted adverbials
insertion of comma after fronted adverbial
opportunities for pupils to identify adverbs, adverbial phrases and fronted adverbials
opportunities for pupils to change a sentence so that the adverbial phrase is at the beginning of a sentence
opportunities for pupils to create fronted adverbial sentences
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Fronted Adverbials - 18 Page Workbook
This resource contains a set of 18 worksheets on adverbs, adverbial phrases and fronted adverbials. Tasks include:
identifying adverbs, adverbial phrases and fronted adverbials of time, place and manner in sentences
inserting appropriate adverbs, adverbial phrases and fronted adverbials in sentences
insertion of comma after fronted adverbial
using fronted adverbials in writing
changing sentences so that the adverbial phrase is at the beginning
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This resource contains a fully editable, 60-slide PowerPoint lesson on using the colon appropriately in writing. The PowerPoint focuses on using colons to:
introduce an explanation or an example
introduce lists within sentences
introduce bulleted or numbered lists
emphasise a phrase or single word at the end of a sentence
introduce quotations
The PowerPoint clearly explains when and how colons are used. It provides many examples and contains explanations, examples and opportunities for pupils to practise using colons appropriately. It also contains a link to a short video on colons.
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Colons - 13 Page Workbook
This resource contains a set of five information sheets and eight worksheets on using colons. Tasks include using colons to:
expand or illustrate an independent clause
introduce lists in sentences
introduce bulleted, numbered or lettered lists
introduce quotations
to emphasise a word or phrase at the end of a sentence
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Colons and semi Colons Punctuation Mat
This is a succinct punctuation mat with explanations and examples of when and how to use colons and semi-colons.
Semi-Colons PowerPoint Lesson
This is a 40-slide PowerPoint lesson on using semi-colons to link two related sentences / independent clauses, in complex lists and in sentences containing conjunctive adverbs
Semi-Colons - Set of 7 Worksheets
This resource contains a set of 7 worksheets on semi-colons. Tasks include using colons to link two related sentences / independent clauses, in complex lists, in sentences containing conjunctive adverbs, correcting sentences containing semi-colons, composing complex lists and using semi-colons in related sentences.
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This resource contains a fully editable and highly-visual, 135-slide presentation on how commas are used in writing. It focuses on:
commas to clarify meaning and avoid ambiguity
commas in a list/series
commas and coordinating adjectives
commas in direct speech
commas and subordinate clauses
commas and embedded clauses
commas in direct address
commas and fronted adverbials
commas and coordinating conjunctions
other use of commas
The PowerPoint clearly explains how commas are used and provides many examples and opportunities for pupils to identify where commas should be placed in writing. The PowerPoint also contains hyperlinks to short videos on - commas to clarify meaning, commas in lists and subordinate clauses.
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This resource contains a handy and succinct, A4 size memo mat on the functions of commas:
To clarify meaning and avoid ambiguity
To separate items in a list or series
To separate direct speech from a reporting clause
To separate a subordinate / dependent clause/ fronted adverbial from a main clause
Before co-ordinating conjunctions – for, an, nor, but, or, yet, so
To mark parenthesis, embedded clauses, relative clauses
To indicate direct address, to set off yes and no and tag questions from the rest of the sentence
To mark thousands in numbers.
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Commas in Lists 35 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
Commas in Lists 20 Page Workbook
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Commas to Clarify Meaning - 10 Page Workbook
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This resource contains a 32-slide PowerPoint Lesson and a 10-page workbook on using dashes in writing.
Dashes - 32 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
This fully editable, 32-slide PowerPoint lesson on dashes clearly explains the functions of dashes and how to use them correctly in writing. The PowerPoint provides many opportunities for pupils to identify when, where and how they are used.
The PowerPoint also contains a link to a short video on the difference between hyphens and dashes.
Dashes - 10 Page Workbook
The workbook includes three information sheets with explanations on when to use the dash in writing with examples. There are seven worksheets. Tasks include placing dashes in the correct place in sentences and composing sentences containing the dash. Answers are included.
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Hyphens - 18 Page Workbook
This resource contains an eighteen-page workbook on hyphens. It includes six information pages, ten worksheets and two progress checks. Answers are included in a separate file. It is an ideal home learning/online teaching resource and independent study pack.
Hyphens PowerPoint Lesson and Workbook
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This resource contains a 10-page workbook that includes three information sheets with explanations on when to use the dash in writing with examples. There are seven worksheets. Tasks include placing dashes in the correct place in sentences and composing sentences containing the dash. Answers are included.
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Dashes - 32 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
This fully editable, 32-slide PowerPoint lesson on dashes clearly explains the functions of dashes and how to use them correctly in writing. The PowerPoint provides many opportunities for pupils to identify when, where and how they are used.
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Hyphens - 18 Page Workbook
This resource contains an eighteen-page workbook on hyphens. It includes six information pages, ten worksheets and two progress checks. Answers are included in a separate file. It is an ideal home learning/online teaching resource and independent study pack.
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This resource contains a pi-themed partner co-ordinates game. It is an ideal maths resource for Pi Day which takes place on 14th March. Pupils have to locate the pi symbols and circles by choosing coordinates in the first quadrant. 1 point scored for a pi symbol - two points if they locate a circle. There are 10 grids.
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Pi and Pi Day Presentation
This resource contains an informative and fully editable, 62 slide PowerPoint presentation on pi and Pi Day which falls on 14th March. It is also a useful resource for Pi Approximation Day on July 22nd.
Pi Day Dingbats
Pi Day Mnemonic Posters Circumference and Area of Circle Formula
Pi Day Puzzle Pack
Pi Day Party Pack
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This resource contains two worksheets on using hyphens in writing. One work sheet focuses on hyphen to clarify meaning; the other on hyphens and prefixes.
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Hyphens -60 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
This resource contains a 60-slide PowerPoint lesson on hyphens. It clearly explains what hyphens are, their functions and how to use them correctly in writing. The PowerPoint provides many opportunities for pupils to identify when, where and how they are used.
The PowerPoint also contains a link to a short video on hyphens.
Hyphens - 18 Page Workbook
This resource contains an eighteen page workbook on hyphens. It includes six information pages, ten worksheets and two progress checks. Answers are included in a separate file. It is an ideal home learning/online teaching resource and independent study pack.
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Hyphens Memo Mat
This is a succinct and handy memo mat and guide on using hyphens in writing. It could be laminated and used time and time again.
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This resource contains a 32-slide PowerPoint lesson on dashes. It clearly explains the functions of dashes and how to use them correctly in writing. The PowerPoint provides many opportunities for pupils to identify when, where and how they are used.
The PowerPoint also contains a link to a short video on the difference between hyphens and dashes.
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Dashes - 1-Page Workbook
The workbook includes three information sheets with explanations on when to use the dash in writing with examples. There are seven worksheets. Tasks include placing dashes in the correct place in sentences and composing sentences containing the dash. Answers are included.
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Hyphens - 18 Page Workbook
This resource contains an eighteen-page workbook on hyphens. It includes six information pages, ten worksheets and two progress checks. Answers are included in a separate file. It is an ideal home learning/online teaching resource and independent study pack.
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This resource contains a succinct and handy memo mat and guide on using hyphens in writing. It could be laminated and used time and time again.
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Hyphens -60 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
This resource contains a 60-slide PowerPoint lesson on hyphens. It clearly explains what hyphens are, their functions and how to use them correctly in writing. The PowerPoint provides many opportunities for pupils to identify when, where and how they are used.
The PowerPoint also contains a link to a short video on hyphens.
Hyphens - 18 Page Workbook
This resource contains an eighteen page workbook on hyphens. It includes six information pages, ten worksheets and two progress checks. Answers are included in a separate file. It is an ideal home learning/online teaching resource and independent study pack.
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This resource contains a 40-slide PowerPoint Lesson and an 18-page workbook on hyphens and how they are used in writing.
Hyphens PowerPoint Lesson
This resource contains an 40-slide PowerPoint lesson on hyphens. It clearly explains their functions and how to use them correctly in writing. The PowerPoint provides many opportunities for pupils to identify when, where and how they are used.
The PowerPoint also contains a link to a short video on hyphens.
Hyphens PowerPoint Workbook
This 18-page workbook includes six information pages, ten worksheets and two progress checks. Answers are included in a separate file. It is an ideal home learning/online teaching resource and independent study pack.
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This resource contains a 60-slide PowerPoint lesson on hyphens. It clearly explains what hyphens are, their functions and how to use them correctly in writing. The PowerPoint provides many opportunities for pupils to identify when, where and how they are used.
The PowerPoint also contains a link to a short video on hyphens.
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Hyphens - 18 Page Workbook
This resource contains an eighteen page workbook on hyphens. It includes six information pages, ten worksheets and two progress checks. Answers are included in a separate file. It is an ideal home learning/online teaching resource and independent study pack.
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This resource contains an eighteen page workbook on hyphens. It includes six information pages, ten worksheets and two progress checks. Answers are included in a separate file. It is an ideal home learning/online teaching resource and independent study pack.
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Hyphens - 40 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
This resource contains a 40-slide PowerPoint lesson on hyphens. It clearly explains the functions of hyphens and how to use them correctly in writing. The PowerPoint provides many opportunities for pupils to identify when, where and how they are used.
The PowerPoint also contains a link to a short video on hyphens and dashes.
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This resource contains an 80-slide PowerPoint lesson on hyphens and dashes. It clearly explains the difference between them, their functions and how to use them correctly in writing. The PowerPoint provides many opportunities for pupils to identify when, where and how they are used.
The PowerPoint also contains a link to a short video on hyphens and dashes.
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Hyphens - 18 Page Workbook
This resource contains an eighteen-page workbook on hyphens. It includes six information pages, ten worksheets and two progress checks. Answers are included in a separate file. It is an ideal home learning/online teaching resource and independent study pack.
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