English Mastery

Joining Sentences

Pupils learn that a verb is a doing or being word and that joining words such as and, but, or and because link ideas.

English MasterybeginnerAges 7+20 minutes

What this topic covers

  • Identify a verb as a doing or being word.
  • Join two equal ideas with and, but or or.
  • Add a reason or time with joining words such as because or when.

Core concept summaries

Key IdeasJoining WordsAdding a Reason or Time

Practice formats pupils may meet

NeurofiED uses varied practice to help pupils apply the idea actively, check understanding and build confidence over time.

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