Transition Words for Writing

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Objective

I can use transition words to connect my ideas in writing.

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Warm-up video

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Part 2 of 3

Practice

7 questions

1

What are transition words, and why are they important in writing?

2

Provide three examples of transition words that can be used to add information, and use each in a sentence.

Part 3 of 3

Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Write a short paragraph about a memorable day you had, using at least three transition words to connect your ideas. Describe a time when you faced a challenge, using at least three different transition words to show how you overcame it.

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