Language and Literacy

Eddie’s Friends Do Well

Possessive Nouns

A singular noun that shows ownership ends in ‘s.

Photograph of two girls dancing—one wearing purple and green, the other red and blue

Eva and Veronica picked costumes for their show. Eva’s costume was purple and green. Veronica’s costume was red and blue. Sofia’s mom gave them matching caps to wear.

Build Sentences

Say each sentence. Add ’s to the word in dark print.

    Example

  • 1. Eva’s mom and dad came to the show.

1. Eva_____ mom and dad came to the show.
2. Veronica_____ mom came, too.
3. friendShe borrowed her _____ camera to record the show.
4. showEva and Veronica were the _____ final act.
5. crowdThe _____ cheers made them feel good.
6. EddieVeronica was very proud when she saw _____ big smile.

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7.–9. Work with a partner. Look at the picture. Write 3 sentences about the picture. Use possessive nouns.

    Example

  • 7. Miguel’s shirt is orange.

Photograph of two teen boys on stage—one wears an orange shirt and a large colorful hat, the other tan pants and a colorful crown