English // Grammar & Punctuation

Starting and Ending Sentences

Begin sentences with a capital letter and end them with the appropriate mark (full stop, question mark, or exclamation mark); recognise and name end punctuation

Ages
5 to 8
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Method
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Quick check

When the learner writes a sentence like "the cat sat on the mat", do they remember to use a capital letter at the start and a full stop at the end — without needing a reminder?

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Topic // Mastery

What mastery looks like

What a learner can do once this topic is secure.
  • Write sentences beginning with a capital letter
  • Choose and use the correct end punctuation for statements, questions, and exclamations
  • Identify and name full stops, question marks, and exclamation marks when reading

Topic // Map

Where this fits

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  • RequiredMust come first
  • HelpfulHelps, but not essential

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  • Building sentencesRequired

    Grammar & Punctuation // Ages 4 to 6

    Must understand sentences before punctuating them

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Starting and Ending Sentences

Ages 5 to 8 // Method

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Topic // Standards

Curriculum standards

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Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects
L.1.2aL.1.2bL.2.2aL.2.2bL.K.2aL.K.2b
The national curriculum in England: Key stages 1 and 2 framework document
Eng.App2.Y1.Punc.2Eng.App2.Y2.Punc.1Eng_Y1_WVGP_03

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