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English lesson plan · 5th grade (Year 6 in England) · 60 minutes

Transitions for contrast and examples: however, for instance, similarly

Writing & Editing

CCSS W.5.2.CCCSS W.5.1.CEngland: Y5/6 Writing (cohesion)England: Y5 GPS (adverbials)

Objective and success criteria

Students will: Transitions for contrast and examples: however, for instance, similarly.

  • I can answer questions on today's skill on my own, without help.
  • I can explain each step and say why it works.
  • I can check my answer and spot a mistake.

Before and after

Needs first: Linking words to add and explain: in addition, for instance, as a result

Leads to: the next skill in this area.

Materials: A model text, Planning frame, Checklists for editing, Mini whiteboards, A short model text on the board, Printed student sheet (below).

Warm-up · 6 min

  • Quick retrieval from earlier learning (Linking words to add and explain: in addition, for instance, as a result). Students answer on mini whiteboards.
  • Show answers together and note who needs support in the main task.
  1. Choose the linking phrase that fits best. Cycling keeps you fit. ___, it is a cheap way to travel. (In other words / As a result / For instance / In addition) → In additionPrompt: Read both sentences. What does the second one do?
  2. Our team trained every day. Moreover, we practised at weekends. What job does "Moreover" do? (adds another point / gives an example / shows a result / explains in other words) → adds another pointPrompt: Read what comes straight after the linking phrase.
  3. Choose the linking phrase that fits best. Many animals use camouflage. ___, a stick insect looks just like a twig. (Furthermore / Consequently / For example / In other words) → For examplePrompt: Read both sentences. What does the second one do?

Hook · 6 min

  • Show two openings to the same piece of writing and ask which makes them want to read on.
  • Share the objective: Transitions for contrast and examples: however, for instance, similarly. Read the success criteria together.

I do: model it · 12 min

  • Work through the example out loud, saying why you do each step, not just what you do.
  • Example: Choose the transition that fits best. Cheetahs are incredibly fast. ___, they get tired after a short sprint.
  • Step 1: Transitions show the reader how the next idea relates to the last one.
  • Step 2: Put it back into the sentence and read it aloud: "Cheetahs are incredibly fast. However, they get tired after a short sprint."
  • Step 3: So the answer is: However
  • Answer: However
  • Pause after each step and ask a student to say what comes next.

We do: guided practice · 12 min

  • Do these together. Students try each step on whiteboards before you reveal it.
  • Use the hints as prompts rather than giving the answer.
  1. Choose the transition that fits best. Many animals change colour with the seasons. ___, the Arctic fox turns white in winter. (In conclusion / However / For instance / Nevertheless) → For instancePrompt: Does the second sentence disagree, give an example, show something similar, add a point, or sum up?
  2. To sum up, sleep matters for learning. What does "To sum up" signal? (contrast / example / similarity / summing up) → summing upPrompt: Read the sentences before and after the transition.

You do: independent practice · 17 min

  • Students work on the student sheet. Circulate and check the first two answers of every student early.
  • Students who finish: write a question of their own for a partner, with the answer.

The 8 questions are on the student sheet below, with answers in the key.

Exit ticket · 7 min

  • Two questions on their own. Sort answers into got it / nearly / not yet to plan the next lesson.
  1. Frogs lay eggs in water. Similarly, toads return to ponds to breed. What does "Similarly" signal? (contrast / example / similarity / summing up) → similarityPrompt: Read the sentences before and after the transition.
  2. Choose the transition that fits best. Electric cars are quieter. ___, they still need electricity, which is not always clean. (For example / On the other hand / In conclusion / Likewise) → On the other handPrompt: Does the second sentence disagree, give an example, show something similar, add a point, or sum up?

Watch out for

  • Writing everything at once without planning.
  • Editing only spelling and not whether the writing makes sense.

Support and stretch

Support

  • Review first: Linking words to add and explain: in addition, for instance, as a result.
  • Use concrete materials: a model text.
  • Give the first step of each question, or a partly worked example to finish.
  • Pair with a confident partner for the guided practice.

Stretch

  • Explain a common mistake in writing and how to fix it.
  • Write a word problem that uses today's skill, then solve a partner's.

Homework and more practice

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Transitions for contrast and examples: however, for instance, similarly

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  1. Question 1

    Choose the transition that fits best. Bees help plants by spreading pollen. ___, butterflies carry pollen from flower to flower.

    • A. In conclusion
    • B. Similarly
    • C. However
    • D. For instance

  2. Question 2

    Some metals are magnetic. For example, iron is. What does "For example" signal?

    • A. contrast
    • B. example
    • C. similarity
    • D. summing up

  3. Question 3

    Choose the transition that fits best. We have looked at the costs and the benefits. ___, a school garden would be worth it.

    • A. For example
    • B. Likewise
    • C. However
    • D. Overall

  4. Question 4

    Overall, the trip was a great success. What does "Overall" signal?

    • A. contrast
    • B. example
    • C. similarity
    • D. summing up

  5. Question 5

    Choose the transition that fits best. Some birds cannot fly. ___, penguins and ostriches stay on the ground.

    • A. For example
    • B. Nevertheless
    • C. However
    • D. Likewise

  6. Question 6

    Many fruits contain vitamin C. For instance, kiwis are full of it. What does "For instance" signal?

    • A. contrast
    • B. example
    • C. similarity
    • D. summing up

  7. Question 7

    Choose the transition that fits best. Owls hunt at night. ___, bats come out after dark to feed.

    • A. Likewise
    • B. In conclusion
    • C. However
    • D. For example

  8. Question 8

    Spiders spin webs to catch food. Likewise, some caterpillars use silk. What does "Likewise" signal?

    • A. contrast
    • B. example
    • C. similarity
    • D. summing up

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Answer key: Transitions for contrast and examples: however, for instance, similarly

  1. 1. B. Similarly

  2. 2. B. example

  3. 3. D. Overall

  4. 4. D. summing up

  5. 5. A. For example

  6. 6. B. example

  7. 7. A. Likewise

  8. 8. C. similarity