Classroom Resource

Hyphenation Conventions | No Nonsense Grammar

Subject Area

English Language Arts

Grade(s)

Overview

Hyphens indicate specific nouns from compound words. Without them, they could refer to completely different things! Know when and how to use them.

Content Standards

English Language Arts (2021) Grade(s): 8

ELA21.8.17
Examine the use of conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling in a variety of texts.

Unpacked Content

Vocabulary

Conventions
Standard English capitalization
Standard English punctuation
Standard English spelling

Knowledge

Students know:

The conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling.

Skills

Students are able to:

Examine the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling in written texts.

Understanding

Students understand that:

A variety of texts can provide examples of the appropriate use of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling.

Interdisciplinary Connection(s)

Link to Resource

https://aptv.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/no-nonsense-grammar-hyphenation-conv…

Content Type / Source

CR Resource Type

Audio/Video

Resource Provider

PBS

Accessibility

License

License Type

CUSTOM

Custom License Type (URL)

https://aptv.pbslearningmedia.org/help/terms-of-use/#restrictions

Comments or Notes

Handouts and materials associated with this resource can be found to the right of the video under the heading, "Support Materials for Use with Students".

Approved Date

2022-08-31

Curated by

Design by Adaptive Theme

Learning Resource Type