University of Richmond
University of Richmond: Using Transitions
A discussion of how to use transitions for effective writing. W.9-10.2c cohesion/clarity/trans, W.11-12.1c Transitions/Cohesion, W.11-12.2c Transition/Cohesion CCSS.ELA-Literacy.WHST.6-8.2.c
Grammarly
Grammarly Blog: All About Transition Words
Types of transition words and how they can be used to make writing more fluid.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Transition Words
A variety of presentation formats including notes, a PowerPoint presentation, exercises, a game, and a video [1:46] explaining transition words and their function as well as providing examples of transition words to be used for specific...
Writing Fix
Writing Fix: Overcoming a Personified Fear
Learners read There's a Nightmare in My Closet by Mercer Mayer as they learn about writing transitions and examine the theme of overcoming their fears. Then they write original stories of their own about a fear and how they will overcome...
Get It Write
Get It Write: "Sit" and "Set"
Learn something about the conjugation of verbs and transitive and intransitive verbs in this discussion about the meaning of "sit" and "set." This tutorial will teach you how to use these words correctly. A brief quiz checks your...
Capital Community College Foundation
Guide to Grammar and Writing: Punctuation Between 2 Independent Clauses
What is the correct punctuation between two independent clauses? Use this site to learn more about the rules to follow.
Other
New Brunswick Museum: The Adventure Begins: A Historical Fiction
In this lesson plan, learners research New Brunswick in the 1800s using primary source materials and then write a historical fiction piece about a new immigrant. Click on the Word links to access the lesson materials.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Coherence
Discusses the importance of coherence in a composition. CCSS.ELA-Literacy.CCRA.W.4. CCSS.ELA-Literacy.WHST.6-8.1.c