Funky Punctuation (for Juniors)
In this short course, children will learn a variety of different types of punctuation, how they work, and when to use them. The Children will also have activities to complete so they can practice using the punctuation they have learned.
What's included
14 pre-recorded lessons
average 10 mins per video14 weeks
of teacher support2 hrs 17 mins
total video learning hours1 year access
to the contentHomework
1 hour per week. Children will be assigned activities in each session.Certificate of Completion
includedClass Experience
US Grade 2 - 5
Beginner Level
Children will be taught through pre-recorded videos and will be given activities/sheets to complete, with games in some lessons. Each lesson can stand alone, but it is best practice for children to take their time to complete every lesson and practice their skills with the activities. The lessons are structured so that children can increase and build on their skills.
Learning Goals
Children will gain new confidence and skills in punctuation.Children will recognise punctuation, and know how, when and where to use them.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)14 Lessons
over 14 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction to Punctuation
What is Punctuation? Lesson 2:
Full Stops.
All About Full Stops. 13 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Commas,
All About Commas, 18 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Exclamation Marks!
All About Exclamation Marks! 9 mins of video lessons
Other Details
Learning Needs
These lessons are self-paced, and should support learners with Dyslexia, ADHD or other needs. If the child experiences any difficulties, I can be contacted to help and support.
Pre-Requisites
Basic skills of reading and writing, and some punctuation knowledge would be helpful but not a pre-requisite.
Supply List
A PDF for Punctuation, in the first lesson/introduction. Games and Resources in each session, to download and print.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Download and print out the Punctuation pdf's.
Download and print out any games and activities.
Joined November, 2024
Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from University of Worcester
I gained a BA Honours degree in Integrated Childhood Studies, and Early Years Professional Status (Teacher Status). Not long afterwards, I gained certificates and diplomas in Home tutoring and Shadow Education, (with Distinctions) plus Dyslexia and Autism to Level 5.
I have worked with children for between 20-30 years plus. I have worked as a one-to-one tutor with students who have dyslexia or other special needs for the past 10 years, mainly teaching, Phonics, reading, writing, spelling, grammar and punctuation and literacy to older children. Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$4
weekly or $50 for all content14 pre-recorded lessons
14 weeks of teacher support
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Ages: 7-12
