Mechanics of Writing: Commas in a List

Syllabus: CBC * Grade 5 * English * Strand 3.0 Writing * Sub-strand 3.4 Mechanics of Writing: Commas in a List (Theme: Protecting Our Environment)

Lesson objectives

By the end of this topic, you should be able to:

• Identify where commas are needed when writing a list of three or more items.
• Use commas correctly to separate items in a list.
• Appreciate how correct punctuation makes writing clearer.

Summary

In this topic, you will learn how to use commas correctly when writing a list of three or more items, making your sentences clear and easy to read.