welcome to construction critters!
A game all about building senteces!
Click here to start
Hey there, Sentence Builders! Welcome to the Construction Critters' worksite! Let's start by tackling a must-know basic in sentence construction: conjunctions! Think of conjunctions like the heavy-duty bolts, beams, and cement that connect different parts of a building together. Conjunctions are super important because they help us build sentences that are smooth, strong, and make perfect sense. We're going to learn about a few and practice using them to connect our ideas like pros. Get your hard hats on, and let's start building some solid sentences!
let's Get started
First, let's look at independent clauses. Think of an independent clause as a sentence that can stand all by itself. It has a subject and a verb, and it makes sense on its own.
The beaver built.
His friends helped.
Both of those sentences were independent clauses because they had a subject and a predicate. Now, let's see how to put two independent clauses together!
First, let's find the right materials to glue two independent clauses together. For that, we'll need a coordinating conjunction! I happen to have some right here!
We use "FANBOYS" to help remember these seven conjunctions that are strong enough to hold two independent clauses together. Let's take a look at them!
Click the card for each letter to find out more!
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used to show addition or linkage; the most common conjunction; joins two similar items, ideas, or actions together
used to introduce a second negative idea; means 'and not'; often paired with the word 'neither'
used to connect an effect (first independent clause) to its cause (second independent clause); means 'because' or 'since'
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shows a surprising contrast or exception; similar to 'but', often carries a stronger feeling of "nevertheless" or "in spite of"
shows a result of the action or idea stated in the first independent clause; connects the cause (first clause) to the effect (second clause)
presents an alternative or choice between two options; connects two independent clauses to indicate that only one can occur or be true
shows contrast or difference between two ideas; connects two independent clauses where the second clause shows something different or surprising
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The beaver built.
Ok, let's try building a sentence! We'll take the two independent clauses we looked at earlier.
His friends helped.
The beaver built.
Which conjunction would work best to patch these clauses together? Click the arrow when you have an idea!
His friends helped.
The beaver built,
Did you think "and"? Great choice! These two clauses are similar ideas, so "and" works to connect them!
his friends helped.
The duck was hungry.
Let's try a new sentence. Here are two new clauses - which conjunction would bring them together?
He took a snack break.
The duck was hungry,
It seems like the first clause causes the second - that means "so" works best to connect them!
he took a snack break.
We can start today.
Let's try one more sentence. Here are two new clauses - which conjunction would bring them together?
We can start tomorrow.
We can start today,
These seem like two different options...that means "or" would work best to combine them!
we can start tomorrow.
You're doing great! Now let's try choosing the best conjunctions for sentences.
Great work! Let's try a few more! Remember to think about how the two clauses are related.
Great work! Let's try a few more! Remember to think about how the two clauses are related.
Great work! Let's try a few more! Remember to think about how the two clauses are related.
congratulations!
You're a true sentence builder! Keep up the great work!
Let's review and try again!
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used to show addition or linkage; the most common conjunction; joins two similar items, ideas, or actions together
used to introduce a second negative idea; means 'and not'; often paired with the word 'neither'
used to connect an effect (first independent clause) to its cause (second independent clause); means 'because' or 'since'
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shows a surprising contrast or exception; similar to 'but', often carries a stronger feeling of "nevertheless" or "in spite of"
shows a result of the action or idea stated in the first independent clause; connects the cause (first clause) to the effect (second clause)
presents an alternative or choice between two options; connects two independent clauses to indicate that only one can occur or be true
shows contrast or difference between two ideas; connects two independent clauses where the second clause shows something different or surprising
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used to show addition or linkage; the most common conjunction; joins two similar items, ideas, or actions together
used to introduce a second negative idea; means 'and not'; often paired with the word 'neither'
used to connect an effect (first independent clause) to its cause (second independent clause); means 'because' or 'since'
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shows a surprising contrast or exception; similar to 'but', often carries a stronger feeling of "nevertheless" or "in spite of"
shows a result of the action or idea stated in the first independent clause; connects the cause (first clause) to the effect (second clause)
presents an alternative or choice between two options; connects two independent clauses to indicate that only one can occur or be true
shows contrast or difference between two ideas; connects two independent clauses where the second clause shows something different or surprising
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used to show addition or linkage; the most common conjunction; joins two similar items, ideas, or actions together
used to introduce a second negative idea; means 'and not'; often paired with the word 'neither'
used to connect an effect (first independent clause) to its cause (second independent clause); means 'because' or 'since'
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shows a surprising contrast or exception; similar to 'but', often carries a stronger feeling of "nevertheless" or "in spite of"
shows a result of the action or idea stated in the first independent clause; connects the cause (first clause) to the effect (second clause)
presents an alternative or choice between two options; connects two independent clauses to indicate that only one can occur or be true
shows contrast or difference between two ideas; connects two independent clauses where the second clause shows something different or surprising
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used to show addition or linkage; the most common conjunction; joins two similar items, ideas, or actions together
used to introduce a second negative idea; means 'and not'; often paired with the word 'neither'
used to connect an effect (first independent clause) to its cause (second independent clause); means 'because' or 'since'
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shows a surprising contrast or exception; similar to 'but', often carries a stronger feeling of "nevertheless" or "in spite of"
shows a result of the action or idea stated in the first independent clause; connects the cause (first clause) to the effect (second clause)
presents an alternative or choice between two options; connects two independent clauses to indicate that only one can occur or be true
shows contrast or difference between two ideas; connects two independent clauses where the second clause shows something different or surprising
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welcome to construction critters!
A game all about building senteces!
Click here to start
Hey there, Sentence Builders! Welcome to the Construction Critters' worksite! Let's start by tackling a must-know basic in sentence construction: conjunctions! Think of conjunctions like the heavy-duty bolts, beams, and cement that connect different parts of a building together. Conjunctions are super important because they help us build sentences that are smooth, strong, and make perfect sense. We're going to learn about a few and practice using them to connect our ideas like pros. Get your hard hats on, and let's start building some solid sentences!
let's Get started
First, let's look at independent clauses. Think of an independent clause as a sentence that can stand all by itself. It has a subject and a verb, and it makes sense on its own.
The beaver built.
His friends helped.
Both of those sentences were independent clauses because they had a subject and a predicate. Now, let's see how to put two independent clauses together!
First, let's find the right materials to glue two independent clauses together. For that, we'll need a coordinating conjunction! I happen to have some right here!
We use "FANBOYS" to help remember these seven conjunctions that are strong enough to hold two independent clauses together. Let's take a look at them!
Click the card for each letter to find out more!
AND
NOR
FOR
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
used to show addition or linkage; the most common conjunction; joins two similar items, ideas, or actions together
used to introduce a second negative idea; means 'and not'; often paired with the word 'neither'
used to connect an effect (first independent clause) to its cause (second independent clause); means 'because' or 'since'
Title
Title
Title
Write a brief description here
Write a brief description here
Write a brief description here
SO
OR
YET
BUT
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
shows a surprising contrast or exception; similar to 'but', often carries a stronger feeling of "nevertheless" or "in spite of"
shows a result of the action or idea stated in the first independent clause; connects the cause (first clause) to the effect (second clause)
presents an alternative or choice between two options; connects two independent clauses to indicate that only one can occur or be true
shows contrast or difference between two ideas; connects two independent clauses where the second clause shows something different or surprising
Title
Title
Title
Title
Write a brief description here
Write a brief description here
Write a brief description here
Write a brief description here
The beaver built.
Ok, let's try building a sentence! We'll take the two independent clauses we looked at earlier.
His friends helped.
The beaver built.
Which conjunction would work best to patch these clauses together? Click the arrow when you have an idea!
His friends helped.
The beaver built,
Did you think "and"? Great choice! These two clauses are similar ideas, so "and" works to connect them!
his friends helped.
The duck was hungry.
Let's try a new sentence. Here are two new clauses - which conjunction would bring them together?
He took a snack break.
The duck was hungry,
It seems like the first clause causes the second - that means "so" works best to connect them!
he took a snack break.
We can start today.
Let's try one more sentence. Here are two new clauses - which conjunction would bring them together?
We can start tomorrow.
We can start today,
These seem like two different options...that means "or" would work best to combine them!
we can start tomorrow.
You're doing great! Now let's try choosing the best conjunctions for sentences.
Great work! Let's try a few more! Remember to think about how the two clauses are related.
Great work! Let's try a few more! Remember to think about how the two clauses are related.
Great work! Let's try a few more! Remember to think about how the two clauses are related.
congratulations!
You're a true sentence builder! Keep up the great work!
Let's review and try again!
AND
NOR
FOR
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
used to show addition or linkage; the most common conjunction; joins two similar items, ideas, or actions together
used to introduce a second negative idea; means 'and not'; often paired with the word 'neither'
used to connect an effect (first independent clause) to its cause (second independent clause); means 'because' or 'since'
Title
Title
Title
Write a brief description here
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Write a brief description here
SO
OR
YET
BUT
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
shows a surprising contrast or exception; similar to 'but', often carries a stronger feeling of "nevertheless" or "in spite of"
shows a result of the action or idea stated in the first independent clause; connects the cause (first clause) to the effect (second clause)
presents an alternative or choice between two options; connects two independent clauses to indicate that only one can occur or be true
shows contrast or difference between two ideas; connects two independent clauses where the second clause shows something different or surprising
Title
Title
Title
Title
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Let's review and try again!
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Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
used to show addition or linkage; the most common conjunction; joins two similar items, ideas, or actions together
used to introduce a second negative idea; means 'and not'; often paired with the word 'neither'
used to connect an effect (first independent clause) to its cause (second independent clause); means 'because' or 'since'
Title
Title
Title
Write a brief description here
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Write a brief description here
SO
OR
YET
BUT
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
shows a surprising contrast or exception; similar to 'but', often carries a stronger feeling of "nevertheless" or "in spite of"
shows a result of the action or idea stated in the first independent clause; connects the cause (first clause) to the effect (second clause)
presents an alternative or choice between two options; connects two independent clauses to indicate that only one can occur or be true
shows contrast or difference between two ideas; connects two independent clauses where the second clause shows something different or surprising
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Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
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Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
used to show addition or linkage; the most common conjunction; joins two similar items, ideas, or actions together
used to introduce a second negative idea; means 'and not'; often paired with the word 'neither'
used to connect an effect (first independent clause) to its cause (second independent clause); means 'because' or 'since'
Title
Title
Title
Write a brief description here
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SO
OR
YET
BUT
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
shows a surprising contrast or exception; similar to 'but', often carries a stronger feeling of "nevertheless" or "in spite of"
shows a result of the action or idea stated in the first independent clause; connects the cause (first clause) to the effect (second clause)
presents an alternative or choice between two options; connects two independent clauses to indicate that only one can occur or be true
shows contrast or difference between two ideas; connects two independent clauses where the second clause shows something different or surprising
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Let's review and try again!
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Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
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Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
used to show addition or linkage; the most common conjunction; joins two similar items, ideas, or actions together
used to introduce a second negative idea; means 'and not'; often paired with the word 'neither'
used to connect an effect (first independent clause) to its cause (second independent clause); means 'because' or 'since'
Title
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Title
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YET
BUT
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
shows a surprising contrast or exception; similar to 'but', often carries a stronger feeling of "nevertheless" or "in spite of"
shows a result of the action or idea stated in the first independent clause; connects the cause (first clause) to the effect (second clause)
presents an alternative or choice between two options; connects two independent clauses to indicate that only one can occur or be true
shows contrast or difference between two ideas; connects two independent clauses where the second clause shows something different or surprising
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