Comma Coach
- 3rd–5th grade
- Ages 8–11
- Free, no sign-up
Commas tell a reader where to pause. In Comma Coach, your child reads three versions of a sentence and picks the one with the commas in the right places. Levels cover lists, dates and places, commas after first words like Yes and After lunch, and commas with names.
About the game
| Comma rules | Lists, dates, places, intro words and names |
|---|---|
| Sentences | 40 |
| Levels | 5 |
| Sign-up | None. Stars are saved on your device |
How to play
- Read all three sentences. Only one is right.
- Look at every comma. Is it where you would pause?
- Tap the right one. Coach explains the rule.
- Finish the level. Get it right the first time for three stars.
For parents: what Comma Coach practices
Comma Coach practices the comma rules taught in 3rd to 5th grade, so kids can use commas correctly in their own writing. It pairs with:
Common Core: L.3.2b (use commas in addresses), L.4.2, L.5.2b (use a comma to set off an introductory element), L.5.2c (use a comma to set off yes and no and direct address).
Getting the most out of it
- Read each sentence out loud and pause at every comma.
- Lists of three need two commas.
- A name you talk to always gets a comma: Mom, can I go?
Games are best as a reward or a warm-up, not the main lesson. Ten minutes of play after a short lesson works better than an hour of play on its own.
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Last reviewed: November 11, 2026
Questions parents ask
Does the game use the Oxford comma?
Yes. In lists, it puts a comma before and, like eggs, milk, and bread. Many US schools teach it this way, though some style guides leave it out.
Why are the wrong sentences so close to the right one?
Moving one comma can change how a sentence reads, so kids learn to look at every comma.
Is this game free?
Yes. Every game on English1to5 is free, with no ads, no sign-up and no in-game purchases.
Does the game collect any information about my child?
No. There are no accounts. Progress and scores are saved only in your browser on your own device. See our privacy policy.