Subordinating conjunctions word mat
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Support your teaching of subordinating conjunctions with this versatile word mat and display resource - perfect for helping KS2 pupils master complex sentence structures.
What's included
- Clear visual reference including essential subordinating conjunctions for KS2
- Child-friendly explanations and memorable examples
- Teaching tips and activity suggestions to embed understanding
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What is a subordinating conjunction?
A subordinating conjunction is a word that joins a main clause (the independent part of a sentence) to a subordinate clause (the dependent part). These clever connecting words help pupils create more sophisticated sentences by showing relationships between ideas.
What are the 7 main subordinating conjunctions?
The seven most commonly used subordinating conjunctions in KS2 are:
- when
- if
- because
- although
- while
- after
- before
Where are subordinate clauses used?
Subordinate clauses can appear:
- At the start of a sentence (fronted): When it rains, we stay inside
- In the middle of a sentence (embedded): The boy, who was very tall, played basketball
- At the end of a sentence: I'll do my homework after I eat dinner
How to use this subordinating conjunctions word mat
Make the most of this versatile resource:
- Display as a writing aid during independent work
- Use for quick-fire sentence building games
- Support differentiation by highlighting specific conjunctions for different ability groups
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