If a sentence has 2 parts, can it have more than 2 commas?
During a virtual classroom visit, Thomas answered a question about whether a main subject can have more than one word.
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Learning as a continual journey of surprise and delight
Here’s a thought nugget from Thomas that draws on a line from the Tamil poet Avvaiyar: “The goddess of learning keeps learning.”
Can a Main Subject be More than One Word?
During a virtual classroom visit, Thomas answered a question about whether a main subject can have more than one word.
A poem on kindness and giving without expectation
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 are Compound Complements?
In this excerpt from the Intermediate Cozy Grammar Course, Marie introduces the concept of compound complements.
How Many Commas Till You Have a Run-On Sentence?
During a virtual classroom visit, Thomas answered a question about how many commas you can have in a sentence before it becomes a run-on sentence.
A poem on the gift of tears
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.
A Trick for Thinking about the Subjective Case of a Noun or Pronoun
Here’s a handy way to think about and remember the subjective or nominative case of a noun or pronoun, as well as a playful challenge.
Why is Grammar Called Grammar?
During a virtual classroom visit, Thomas answered a question about where the word grammar comes from and why it means what it means.
A poem on openness to strangers
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 an Objective Complement?
In this excerpt from the Intermediate Cozy Grammar Course, Marie introduces the concept of objective complements.
Do we need two spaces after a period?
Amelia M. asks, “Do we use one or two spaces after periods?” As Thomas explains, the answer has changed over time. Here’s why!
A poem on the importance of farmers for everyone everywhere
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.
How to Get Started Writing a Play
Dot asks, “Do you have any tips for an aspiring playwright?” Here Thomas shares some practical and inspiring tips for beginners who want to know how to write a play or script.
A poem about right means, loss, and perseverance in goodness
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.
Why is Grammar Needed?
During a virtual classroom visit, Thomas answered a question about why we need grammar in the first place. Why is it important and how can it help us?