🔵Module 2: W4 - Day 2 - ELA

Lesson Instructions

You will go through two lessons (one in grammar and one in reading). 

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Compound Sentences: Coordinating Conjunctions

Introduction

Yesterday, we discussed compound sentences. Compound sentences are when we combine two sentences (or independent clauses), together with a comma and a coordinating conjunction to create a compound sentences. 

But what are the coordinating conjunctions and what do they mean?

Video/Visual

Coordinating Conjunctions - FANBOYS For and nor but or yet so

In Your Notebook: Write down three sentences that have coordinating conjunctions in them. If they are compound sentences, don't forget the period!

Interactive

 

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Introduction

Hey writers! Today we will be working on adding transitions into our essay responses.

Transitions have a few purposes:

  • Move readers from one part of the text without feeling an abrupt shift
  • Smooth!
  • Used here and there, not everywhere!
  • Can be words or phrases

Texts to Read and Highlight Links to an external site.

Writing Task Download Writing Task

Graphic Organizer Download Graphic Organizer

Video

Slideshow of today's lesson Download Slideshow of today's lesson

To do:

  • Watch the lesson of the day.
  • Add transition phrases to your writing. We should have at least one in each body paragraph and conclusion. 

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