English Language Arts6-8
Using FANBOYS Conjunctions
By Megan S.
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.
English Language Arts6-8
Using FANBOYS Conjunctions
By Megan S.
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.
Customize for your classroom
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.