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This Spelling Rule Exceptions for Plural Nouns: Words That End in X and Z worksheet also includes:
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Pizzas is correct, not pizzaes. So why is sixes correct and not sixs? Sort out any grammar confusion with a activity on pluralizing nouns that end in -z or -x.
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Instructional Ideas
- Project onto the board and see if anyone in the class already knows how to make each noun plural
- Include in a beginning or end-of-year language arts assessment
Classroom Considerations
- Many listed words do not follow the grammar rule in the instructions (e.g. whiz, taxi); provide clarification for learners who struggle with irregular nouns
- Check to see if the instructions are readable when printed in black and white
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- Answer key makes assessment easy
- Provides the grammar rule for a concept that advanced readers may know intuitively, but beginning readers may not yet grasp
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