A Simple Way to Find an Objective Complement
Thomas shares a simple but powerful trick for identifying objective complements. All you have to do is to ask the question what—twice.
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The Beauty of Beginnings
Cozy Grammar recently offered a workshop on three misunderstandings about how we can begin a sentence. Take a peek!
What is a Noun Of Address?
In this excerpt from the Intermediate Cozy Grammar Course, Marie gives some helpful examples of nouns of address.
A poem on Integrity, Greatness, and Light
Thomas shares a verse from his new translation of the classical Tamil masterpiece on ethics, power, and love, The Kural: Tiruvalluvar’s Tirukkural, published by Beacon Press.
Inflection of Pronouns for Subjective Case
Marie introduces the subjective case of pronouns, giving an example of a pronoun as the subject and a pronoun as the subjective complement.
Can You Begin a Sentence with the Word Because?
Jose asks, “It is okay to begin a sentence with the word ‘because?'” Yes! Here’s an explanation from Thomas. Take a peek!
What are Nouns In Apposition?
In this excerpt from the Intermediate Cozy Grammar Course, Marie gives some helpful examples of nouns in apposition.
How to teach spelling to children at home?
Amelia M. asks, “What can I do at home to support my children’s spelling development?” Here is some creative and practical advice from Thomas. Take a peek!
A poem on effort that defeats fate
Thomas shares a verse from his new translation of the classical Tamil masterpiece on ethics, power, and love, The Kural: Tiruvalluvar’s Tirukkural, published by Beacon Press.
What is the difference between till, until, and by?
Aashish S. asks, “What is the difference between till, until, and by?” Here’s a quick and clear answer from Thomas. Take a peek!
What is a Synonym for Grammar?
4th grader asks, “What is a synonym for ‘grammar’?” Here Thomas explores how synonyms can help expand our understanding. Take a peek!
An Introduction to Common and Proper Nouns
In this excerpt from the Intermediate Cozy Grammar Course, Marie gives some helpful examples of common nouns and proper nouns.
Bogged down by the details of grammar?
Here’s a thought nugget from Thomas on what to do when you get bogged down with the details of grammar. Remember the glorious whole!
How to Cultivate a Love of Poetry
Aileen S. asks, “Do you have any advice for cultivating a love of poetry?” Here are some helpful suggestions from Thomas. Take a peek!
What are Abstract and Concrete Nouns?
In this excerpt from the Intermediate Cozy Grammar Course, Marie gives some helpful examples of abstract nouns and concrete nouns.
The Secret Life of Nouns and Verbs
Cozy Grammar recently offered a workshop for starting off the learning year with creativity and joy. Take a peek!