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Be a connectives spy

Be a connectives spy worksheet
Connectives or conjunctions are joining words. Can you spot the connective in each of the sentences below and circle it in red?
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Keystage:  KS1, Year 2


What is a connective? 

Connectives are like the glue that holds sentences together. They're words or phrases that help connect different parts of what we say or write. Connectives help our sentences make sense to the reader and our ideas flow nicely from one to the next. You might also hear them called conjunctions or linking words. 

What are examples of connectives for KS1 children?

At Key Stage 1 (KS1) level, connectives are often introduced gradually as children develop their understanding of language and writing. 

Here are some examples of simple connectives suitable for KS1:

  • And

Example: I have a cat and a dog."

  • But

Example: I wanted to play outside, but it was raining.

  • Because

Example: I wore my coat because it was cold.

  • So

Example: It was raining, so we stayed indoors.

  • Or

Example: Do you want an apple or a banana?

  • Then

Example: We went to the park, then we had a picnic.

How will this KS1 connectives worksheet help my child?

This fun resource was created by an experienced educator and helps bring connectives to life (and stick in your child's memory). Your child needs to become a connective spy and spot the connectives hidden in the sentences provided!

To make this activity even more fun, you could create your own magnifying glass with card and scissors (make sure to cut the middle out, so you can see through it!) and use it as you make your way through the sentences. 

Once your child has completed this activity, they can find out about time connectives or, if they're up for a harder challenge, they can have a go at our Connectives exercise worksheet for KS2.