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Singular and Plural

Topics

Adding s / es / ies to make plural nouns

Form plural nouns by adding -s or -es (e.g., 'cats,' 'buses') and -ies for nouns ending in -y (e.g., 'cities') to indicate more than one.

Age Group: Preschool and Elementary

Singular and Plural nouns with matching verbs (e.g He hops, They hop)

Match singular and plural nouns with corresponding verbs in sentences (e.g., 'He hops,' 'They hop') to ensure proper subject-verb agreement.

Age Group: Elementary

Description

The topic “Singular and Plural” is essential for helping children understand the concept of number in grammar and enhancing their language skills. Children will learn how to form plural nouns by adding -s or -es to singular nouns, such as “cats” and “buses.” They will also explore how to change nouns that end in -y to -ies, as in “city” becoming “cities.” This understanding enables them to communicate more effectively by indicating quantities. Additionally, children will learn about the relationship between singular and plural nouns and their corresponding verbs. By matching singular nouns with singular verbs (e.g., “He hops”) and plural nouns with plural verbs (e.g., “They hop”), they will grasp the importance of subject-verb agreement in sentence structure. Overall, this topic equips children with fundamental grammar skills that are crucial for clear and accurate communication in both spoken and written language.