Commas After Introductory Words Worksheet
- 5th grade
- CCSS L.5.2b
A free, printable commas after introductory words worksheet for 5th grade. Your child adds commas, flips phrases to the front and writes a how-to with transitions. Answer key included.
What's inside
- Page 1: add the comma in 8 sentences, then move 3 phrases to the front.
- Page 2: fix 2 comma mistakes, then write a how-to with First, Next and Finally.
- Page 3: answer key.
How to use it
- Teach or review the rule first with the commas after introductory words lesson. It takes about 10 minutes.
- Read the directions for each part out loud. Early readers can point while you read.
- Check Part A together before your child goes on, so any confusion gets fixed early.
- Use the answer key on the last page.
Prints on US Letter paper (8.5 × 11 in). No sign-up needed.
Tips for doing it together
- Keep it short. One page a day is plenty for most young children, and two short sessions beat one long one.
- Let your child read each sentence out loud before answering. Many mistakes get caught by ear.
- Mark a mistake with a small dot instead of an X, and let your child find and fix it. That's where the learning happens.
What your child is practicing
Put a comma after an introductory word, phrase or clause. The 5th grade standard covers this comma. Part B shows that the comma appears when the phrase moves to the front and disappears when it's at the end.
Practice online
After the worksheet, the 10-question commas after introductory words quiz gives instant feedback and reads each question aloud. For a game, try Syntax Skies.
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Last reviewed: November 11, 2026