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Conjunctions

Learn how joining words like and, but and because link ideas, stretch sentences and make your KS1 writing smooth, clear and fun to read.

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Fascinating Fact:

Use conjunctions to grow sentences, turning “I saw a cat. I saw a dog.” into “I saw a cat and a dog.”

In KS1 English, conjunctions are the tiny words that join ideas. Children learn to replace short choppy sentences with longer ones that explain when, why or how something happens.

Key Terms

Conjunction: A joining word like and, but or because that links ideas.
Clause: A short part of a sentence that has a verb and makes some sense.
Sentence: A full idea that starts with a capital letter and ends with a full stop.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What is a conjunction for KS1 children?

A conjunction is a joining word, such as and, but or because, used in KS1 to link words or sentences so writing sounds smoother and more detailed.

Which conjunctions should KS1 pupils learn first?

KS1 pupils usually start with and, but, because, or, so and when. These help them join ideas, reasons, choices and events in simple sentences.

How can I help my child practise conjunctions at home?

Ask your child to join two short sentences, like “I like apples” and “I like pears,” into one: “I like apples and pears,” then try but and because.

Try These Related Quizzes

1 .

'Lorraine fell off her bike last time.' Which answer could follow?

because this time she wore a helmet.

and then this time she wore a helmet.

so this time she wore a helmet.

or this time she wore a helmet

The third answer explains that she wore a helmet. The first sentence tells us what happened and the second one tells us what she does as a consequence.

2 .

Which sentence is perfect?

There was a thunderstorm because we weren't allowed outside to play.

There was a thunderstorm so because we weren't allowed outside to play.

There was a thunderstorm so and we weren't allowed outside to play.

There was a thunderstorm so we weren't allowed outside to play.

You only need one conjunction for every two clauses (sentences).

3 .

Finish this sentence: David fell over and...

bumped his head.

undone his tie.

went to the park.

said hello.

The two sentences you join need to make sense when put together, so make sure you always read through your work.

4 .

Finish this sentence: The lake was frozen so...

she didn't hurt herself.

she polished her shoes.

headed the ball in the goal.

we couldn't go fishing.

The last one matches the first sentence. Water is a liquid but when frozen it turns into a solid.

5 .

Which word is not a conjunction?

because

and

We call a sentence a clause. We can join two clauses with any of those three conjunctions.

6 .

Which sentence is perfect?

Chimps like bananas because they are yummy.

They are yummy because chimps like bananas.

chimps like bananas they are yummy because.

because chimps like bananas they are yummy.

Always have your conjunction in between two sentences but check the order of the sentences to make sure it makes sense. Chimps peel bananas and don't eat the skin - just like us humans!

7 .

Which sentence isn't correct?

She loved her horse and went riding every day.

She wanted to buy another horse so she would have two to ride.

She rode this horse because he was her favourite.

She liked horses and he was her favourite because he was the best so she rode him every time because it seemed like the right thing to do and was probably kind to the horse as he liked to be ridden.

We have conjunction overload in this last answer. Try to only join two sentences at a time.

8 .

'Taj likes ice cream.' Which conjunction and clause should follow?

because he could eat it all day long.

so and could eat it all day long.

and could eat it all day long.

could eat it all day long.

Although 'because' and 'so' are conjunctions only 'and' makes sense and is adding to this sentence. Make sure you pick the most appropriate conjunction.

9 .

'She fell asleep at her desk.' Which sentence should follow?