Using FANBOYS Conjunctions
This 2-page packet helps 6th graders understand and use the FANBOYS conjunctions (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so) to combine simple sentences into compound sentences. It includes definitions and sample sentences for each conjunction.
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Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this packet as a 30-minute mini-lesson on compound sentences.
- Discussion question: When might you choose to use 'but' instead of 'yet' to connect two ideas?
- For struggling readers, model how to identify the two independent clauses each FANBOYS conjunction connects.
- Advanced learners can be challenged to write a short paragraph using at least three different FANBOYS conjunctions.
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Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this packet as a 30-minute mini-lesson on compound sentences.
- Discussion question: When might you choose to use 'but' instead of 'yet' to connect two ideas?
- For struggling readers, model how to identify the two independent clauses each FANBOYS conjunction connects.
- Advanced learners can be challenged to write a short paragraph using at least three different FANBOYS conjunctions.
Using FANBOYS Conjunctions
This 2-page packet helps 6th graders understand and use the FANBOYS conjunctions (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so) to combine simple sentences into compound sentences. It includes definitions and sample sentences for each conjunction.
What is Diffit?
Teachers use Diffit to get quality materials for their unique classrooms. Adjust difficulty, add scaffolds, or change the topic to get started.
Try Diffit for free