Understanding Plurals: Adding S, ES, and IES

What is the first step in making a word plural by adding 's'?

• Review the 'es' card

• Sort stickers by plural endings

• Circle words that need an 's'

• Write sentences using plural words

When should 'es' be added to a word to make it plural?

• When a word ends in 'z'

• When a word ends in 's', 'ss', 'sh', 'ch', 'tch', or 'x'

• When a word ends in 'y'

• When a word ends in a vowel

What is the rule for making plurals by dropping 'y' and adding 'ies'?

• When a word ends in 's'

• When a word ends in a consonant followed by 'y'

• When a word ends in 'x'

• When a word ends in a vowel followed by 'y'

Which activity helps reinforce the learning of plurals by adding 'ies'?

• Sorting stickers

• Reviewing the 's' card

• Writing sentences

• Playing games with plural cards

What is a fun way for kids to practice plural endings?

• Reading a book

• Playing a card game

• Drawing pictures

• Listening to music