Understanding Capitals and Sentence Enders

Hi there! Today, we're going to learn about two important parts of writing: capital letters and sentence enders. These are key to making your writing clear and correct.

1. What are Capital Letters?

Capital letters are the big letters in the alphabet. We use them at the beginning of sentences and for specific names.

• Beginning of a Sentence: Every time you start a new sentence, you should start with a capital letter. For example: Today is sunny.
• Names: When you write someone’s name or a place, you should also use a capital letter. Example: Maria lives in New York.

2. What are Sentence Enders?

Sentence enders, also known as punctuation marks, tell the reader when a sentence is finished. Here are the common sentence enders:

• Period (.): This is used at the end of a statement. For example: I have a dog.
• Question Mark (?): This goes at the end of a question. For example: Do you like ice cream?
• Exclamation Point (!): This shows strong feelings or excitement. For example: Wow, that’s amazing!

3. Why Are They Important?

Using capital letters and sentence enders helps others understand what you are saying. It makes your writing look neat and professional. So remember:

• Start every sentence with a capital letter!
• Always finish your sentences with a period, question mark, or exclamation point.

4. Practice Makes Perfect!

Now that you know about capitals and sentence enders, try writing a few sentences on your own! Remember to use the rules we talked about. For example:

• I love to play soccer.
• Is it going to rain?
• I had a fantastic day!

Keep practicing, and soon it will become a natural part of your writing!