Proper Nouns Created by: Mrs. Hamp First Grade Teacher

Nouns are words that name people, places, and/or things.

Some nouns name a special person, place, or thing. These nouns are called proper nouns. Proper nouns begin with a capital letter. United State of AmericaNew York City Henry Elementary School

People often have special titles that show respect for who they are or for the work they do. When a person’s special title is written with their name, use a capital letter at the beginning of the special title. Let’s look at some special titles. Officer Bugle Principal Frost Mrs. Angle Dr. Feltbetter

The names for the days of the week, the months of the year, and holidays begin with a capital letter. Wednesday Christmas July Saturday President’s Day Easter November October

my birthday is in february. Which words should start with a capital letter?

We are going to the zoo on friday. Which word should start with a capital letter?

What did you get your dad for father’s day? Which words should start with a capital letter?

You should put on green for st. patrick’s day. Which words should start with a capital letter?

I like the weather we get in october. Which word should start with a capital letter?

It’s your turn! Pick a holiday that you know about. Write some sentences about that holiday. Tell the month for the holiday. Use capital letters. Thanksgiving Day Mother’s Day Independence Day Valentines Day

Learning about using capital letters for the days, months and holidays will help you become a super writer!