LO: I am learning to use apostrophes for contractions and possessions. 

What is an Apostrophe?

An apostrophe (‘) is a punctuation mark used in two main ways:

• To show that letters have been left out (contractions).
• To show that something belongs to someone (possession).

Apostrophes for Contractions

A contraction is when two words are shortened into one by replacing missing letters with an apostrophe.

Examples:

• Do not → Don’t
• I am → I’m
• They are → They’re

📌 Rule: The apostrophe goes where the missing letter(s) would be.

Task: Read the following sentences and rewrite them with contractions.

1. She will not go to the park.
2. I am very happy today.
3. They are playing football.
4. You have done a great job.

Apostrophes for Possession

An apostrophe can show that something belongs to someone.

Examples:

• The cat’s bowl (The bowl belongs to the cat.)
• John’s book (The book belongs to John.)

📌 Rule: Add an apostrophe + ‘s’ to a singular noun to show possession.

For plural nouns ending in ‘s’:

• The dogs’ toys (The toys belong to multiple dogs.)

Task: Read the following phrases and rewrite them using an apostrophe.

1. The shoes of the boy →
2. The tail of the monkey →
3. The books of the teachers →
4. The toys of the children →

Final Task:

Write five sentences using apostrophes correctly. Two should use contractions, and three should show possession.