Exclamation Marks KS1 - PowerPoint

Key Stage 1 pupils are introduced to the exciting world of punctuation with a focus on exclamation marks through an engaging PowerPoint presentation. The lesson aims to teach children when and how to use exclamation marks in their writing. An exclamation mark is a punctuation symbol that is used at the end of a sentence to express strong feelings or to issue a command. For example, "Get down!" is a command, while "I hate cats!" expresses a strong feeling. The presentation provides clear examples, illustrating the use of exclamation marks in sentences like "What a beautiful dress!" and "Watch out!" to convey emotion or urgency.

The educational resource goes further by offering interactive exercises where students can apply their newfound knowledge. They are prompted to click and reveal answers to sentences that require an exclamation mark. Additionally, the presentation includes a practice activity where pupils must decide whether to complete sentences with a full stop, question mark, or an exclamation mark, reinforcing their understanding of correct punctuation usage. Sentences such as "Who wants the last slice?" and "I adore cake!" help children differentiate between questions, statements, and exclamatory sentences. The lesson concludes with a task where students rewrite given sentences, adding the appropriate punctuation to enhance their writing skills.