How to combine a plural noun with the possessive apostrophe, and when top leave the ‘s’ off. Creon’s Grammar Workshops are a series of short videos on academic writing made from the Learning Skills Centre at the University of Canterbury, in Christchurch, New Zealand.
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Grammar Guru- Apostrophes
The Apostrophe 1. Indicates possession a. If the noun does NOT end in ‘s’, add apostrophe and an ‘s’ b. If the noun is singular and DOES end in ‘s’, and just apostrophe OR apostrophe ‘s’ c. If noun is plural and ends in ‘s’, just add apostrophe 2. Mark contractions and omissions 3. Indicate plural numbers and letters Subscribe! Thanks for watching!
Apostrophes 1: Basics
Apostrophes are confusing, because they’re used for both contractions and possession. Creon’s Grammar Workshops are a series of short videos on academic writing made from the Learning Skills Centre at the University of Canterbury, in Christchurch, New Zealand.
Apostrophes and Possessives – www.WritingCare.com
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51 – Apostrophes – Part 2
Jane Straus, foremost expert, answers your burning English grammar and punctuation questions. To see the entire contents of The Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation online and to take online quizzes, go to www.grammarbook.com
Avoid Spelling Mistakes
How to avoid spelling mistakes (handwriting) 1-Write the word with the wrong letter larger and put an X through it. (5 times) 2-Write the word with the correct letter larger and circle or underline it (5 times) You slow down the process and become conscious of your mistake and the right word. I’ve got this trick from the book “Supermemory Superstudent: How to raise your grades in 30 days” by Harry Lorayne.
56 – Apostrophes – Part 5
Jane Straus, foremost expert, answers your burning English grammar and punctuation questions. To see the entire contents of The Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation online and to take online quizzes, go to www.grammarbook.com
Apostrophes 4: Pronouns
Its and it’s: possessive pronouns reliably cause apostrophe confusion. Creon sorts it out. Creon’s Grammar Workshops are a series of short videos on academic writing made from the Learning Skills Centre at the University of Canterbury, in Christchurch, New Zealand.
54 – Apostrophes – Part 4a — with Names
Jane Straus, foremost expert, answers your burning English grammar and punctuation questions. To see the entire contents of The Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation online and to take online quizzes, go to www.grammarbook.com
How To Use Apostrophes
This was made for university as an example of a teaching tool. It was made using photo story 3 and had to teach an aspect of grammar. I chose apostrophes. This would be aimed at year 6s, 7s and 8s (or older) who already have a basic knowledge of apostrophes but need some revision. The photos were acquired from Flickr and Natalie Dee. I chose the music because the video reminded me of old public service announcements at the cinema. Feel free to use it for your class. If you have suggestions for the video, just contact me.