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Writing Plural Nouns (+s and +es)

Practice the spelling rules! Add 's' or 'es' to make these nouns plural properly.
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Practice Questions

  1. one dish 🍽️  →  two ?
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    two dishes (add es)

  2. one cat 🐈  →  two ?
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    two cats (add s)

  3. one bus 🚌  →  two ?
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    two buses (add es)

  4. one fox 🦊  →  two ?
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    two foxes (add es)

Quick Tip
Listen to the end of the word. If it hisses (s, x, sh, ch), add 'es'!
Teacher Resources
Teaching Notes

Teach the rule: If it hisses, buzzes, or shushes, add 'es'. (ch, sh, s, x, z).

Vocabulary
Plural Noun: A word that names more than one.
Add -s: Make a word plural by adding 's'.
Add -es: Make a word plural by adding 'es'.
Common Mistakes
  • Putting 's' on 'box' -> 'boxs'.
  • Forgetting to change y to i (though that's usually G2).
Differentiation
SupportProvide the rule at the top of the page.
ChallengeInclude 'y' ending words.
Discussion Questions
  • Why do we need 'es' for 'box'? (Try saying 'boxs' - it's hard!)
Extension Activities
  • Spelling Bee with plurals.
  • Word Card Sort based on ending sounds.
Parent Tip

Practice making words plural by adding 's' or 'es' to objects.

Learning Path
Skill Level

advanced

Estimated Time

20 minutes

Skills Practiced
Plural spellingSuffix application