1. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.2.2.B USE COMMAS IN GREETINGS AND CLOSINGS OF LETTERS Laura Frassetto & Heather Ackerman

2. Why?  Breaks off the greeting and closing of the letter from the body  Builds in a pause before you start reading the body of the letter  Journals

3. I Model Dear Kathy We are so happy that you will be visiting us this summer. I hope we can go swimming! See you soon Laura

4. Dear Bob and Mary I am writing this letter to invite you to my birthday party. It will be Barbie themed. I hope you can make it! Love Laura

5. We Practice Good morning Morgan Your birthday is in five days. I am glad I am invited to your birthday party. Your friend Brooke

6. Dear Aunt Mindy Thank you for sending my gift in the mail. I love my Furby. I hope to see you soon. With love Sarah

7. Independently  Worksheet

8. Dear Josh Tell me what you are doing at camp. Please write back soon. Your friend Jeremy

9. Dear Grandpa Thanks for the birthday gift. I love it! Love Susie

10. Dear Kari I hope you can come to my party. Be sure to let me know. Yours truly Beth

11. Dear Mom Happy Mother’s Day! You are the best mom in the world. Love Ben

12. Exceptions  Use commas for friendly letters  Use colon (:) for the greeting of business letters  No comma needed when just signing name Judy, Today the sun is shining in Wisconsin. Colleen