Spelling words using the apostrophe for possession or contraction
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can spell words using the apostrophe for singular possession or contraction.
Key learning points
- An apostrophe has more than one purpose.
- An apostrophe can show contraction or possession.
- It's is the contracted form of 'it is' and does not show possession.
- Plural nouns that end in 's' do not use an apostrophe.
Keywords
Apostrophe - a punctuation mark used to show contraction or possession
Possession - the state of owning something
Contraction - a shorter way of writing two words where some letters are left out and an apostrophe is used in their place
Plural - more than one
Common misconception
Children may use an apostrophe for plurals ending in 's'.
Explicitly look at non-examples where the apostrophe isn't used. Help the children to identify when and why the apostrophe isn't used.
Teacher tip
Use the three grammar lessons on apostrophes in Year 2 to further develop pupil understanding.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the words to their definitions.
a punctuation mark used to show contraction or possession
the state of owning something
a person, place or thing
merging two words into one
Q2.Match the phrases with the correct apostrophe for possession of these nouns.
Jacob's ball
Aisha's coat
Sam's pen
Q3.Match the expanded forms of these words with the contracted forms.
I'll
I'm
I've
Q4.Select the plural nouns.
Q5.Choose the correct spelling of the word in bold in the following sentence: 'I carnt wait to see you.'
Q6.Choose the correct spelling of the word in bold in the following sentence: 'This is Sams favourite game.'
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What are the purposes of apostrophes?
Q2.Match the expanded forms of these words to their contractions.
I am
do not
she is
Q3.Match the phrases with the correct apostrophes for possession.
Sam's book
Andeep's drink
Aisha's bag
Q4.Which sentence shows the apostrophe used correctly?
Q5.Which phrase shows the apostrophe used correctly?
Q6.Choose the correct spelling of the word in bold in the following sentence: 'The cat is licking itz fur.'
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