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Practising how apostrophes are used, and how words change when they are contracted, to make speech more natural.

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Learning objectives/outcomes:
England: NLS Y3, T2, word level 15: To use the apostrophe to spell shortened forms of words e.g don't, can't.
NC KS2: Punctuation 3. Pupils should be taught to use punctuation marks correctly in their writing, including... apostrophes to mark possession and omission.
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Megahops: The maximum number of megahops awarded in this activity is 10. The points are awarded for successfully completing the activity and are not dependent on whether a child gets answers right or wrong first time.
Location in Spark Island: Sparklantis: Hair Care Cave: Lounge
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SEN information
Suitable for children with Cognition and Learning Needs including children with Specific Learning Difficulties and some children with Communication and Interaction Needs. Text is read for children, which should ensure the activity can be undertaken by children who are not confident readers or who have difficulties with reading, thereby giving all children the opportunity to succeed at the activity and also gain a sense of independence.



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