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Commas After Yes, No, Sure, and Well (1421)

Students rewrite sentences that open with "Yes", "No", "Sure", or "Well", adding the comma that belongs after the opener. A targeted drill on one of the most overlooked comma rules — the introductory word comma — using friendly, conversational sentences that feel natural to Grade 2 readers.
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Quick Tip
When a sentence starts with Yes, No, Sure, or Well as an opening word, put a comma straight after it. But watch out — sometimes these words appear inside a sentence and no comma is needed. If a sentence is already correct, copy it out exactly as written.
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Teaching Notes

These opener words are "reaction words" — they react to something said before. The comma separates the reaction from the main message.

Vocabulary
comma: A punctuation mark used to separate parts of a sentence.
introductory word: A word like 'yes' or 'no' at the start of a sentence.
Common Mistakes
  • Omitting the comma entirely
  • Placing the comma after the whole first phrase instead of just the opener
Differentiation
SupportUnderline the opener word, then draw a comma right after it before rewriting.
ChallengeWrite three of your own reply sentences starting with Yes, No, or Well.
Extension Activities
  • Write sentences starting with 'well'.
  • Practice saying 'sure' before answering.
  • Identify commas in books.
Parent Tip

Ask your child to say 'yes' or 'no' to questions and add a pause after it.

Learning Path
Skill Level

beginner

Estimated Time

10 minutes

Skills Practiced
introductory word comma
Prerequisites
  • commas_in_list