How to Use a Comma

Writing in English

Int
Grades 9–12

In this lesson, students learn the three main uses of a comma as well as some additional uses. They also learn some of the most common errors writers make with commas. Students practice spotting and correcting errors. Includes a writing and editing challenge.

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Focus

academic
writing
independent & dependent clauses
comma splices
coordinating conjunctions
nonrestrictive & restrictive clauses
coordinate adjectives
productive

Vocabulary

punctuation
series
conjunction
essential
coordinate (adjective)
restrictive
tag question
independent clause
dependent clause
salutation
A spinning paper plane
A spinning paper plane