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Author
Joanna
Subject
English
create a table of simple sentences in one column, 3 in total, example: peggy enjoyed eating her breakfast. in the second column, have the other half of simple sentences (e.g. she could watch the birds fly away) in the third column leave it blank with handwriting lines for students to create a compound sentence using the first 2 columns to help them build the compound sentence
This resource focuses on mastering compound sentences, which are formed by combining two simple sentences (independent clauses) using a comma and a coordinating conjunction. The guide emphasizes the importance of conjunctions represented by the acronym FANBOYS (For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So), each illustrating different purposes for linking ideas. The document starts with a clear learning objective, providing students with the ability to create compound sentences by the end of the lesson. Examples are given to illustrate the construction of compound sentences, alongside exercises for students to practice combining their own sentences. The resource includes worked examples, faded practice, and independent practice tasks to reinforce understanding and application of compound sentence structures.