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Page 1: COMMAS In a Series, When do I use a comma? Commas are used in many different ways. We are going to learn one way a comma is used. Always use a comma

COMMASIn a Series

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Page 2: COMMAS In a Series, When do I use a comma? Commas are used in many different ways. We are going to learn one way a comma is used. Always use a comma

When do I use a comma?

• Commas are used in many different ways.

• We are going to learn one way a comma is used.Always use a comma when you are

making a list. I have apples bananas and oranges., ,

Page 3: COMMAS In a Series, When do I use a comma? Commas are used in many different ways. We are going to learn one way a comma is used. Always use a comma

Look Where Commas Go!

• Plants need sun, air, and water.• I have a book, pencil, and paper.• I ate pizza, chips, and cookies.• I like to read, play, and sleep.• I have a dog, cat, and lizard.• My teacher is smart, pretty, and fun!

TIP: If you are listing 3 things, you only need 2 commas!

Page 4: COMMAS In a Series, When do I use a comma? Commas are used in many different ways. We are going to learn one way a comma is used. Always use a comma

Look Where Commas Go!• I don’t like bugs, snakes, spiders, or mice.• Roses can be red, yellow, white, or pink.• You can choose a movie, toy, shirt, or

game at the store. • Do you want chicken, burgers, hot dogs,

or grilled cheese for dinner?• Dogs can be black, brown, white, or

gray.• Do we have P.E., art, music, or library

today?TIP: If you are listing 4 things, you only need 3

commas!

Page 5: COMMAS In a Series, When do I use a comma? Commas are used in many different ways. We are going to learn one way a comma is used. Always use a comma

Help me put the commas where they belong!

a. I see a cow a pig and a duck.b. I heard a snap, a crackle and a pop.c. I saw my mom, grandmother, and aunt.

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2. a. I need pots, soil, and, seeds.

b. I feel happy, glad, and excited.c. My friends are nice kind, and helpful.

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Help me put the commas where they belong!

a. Do you like red, blue, green, or yellow?b. I will give this to John, Sally, Emily or Jared.

c. I will get a Wii PS3 XBOX or Nintendo DS for my birthday.

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2. a. You can choose crayons, colored pencils or markers.

b. I might go to, Tim, Devon, Thomas, or Zach’s house.c. You can have cookies, cake, cupcakes, or brownies.

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