Transitional Words

Worksheet Description

The Elaboration Sentences worksheet is a tool designed to assist students in adding detail and depth to their writing. It provides a list of transitional phrases and sentence starters such as “furthermore,” “moreover,” and “this is because,” which are intended to encourage further explanation or support within an essay or argument. Students can use these sentence frames to build complexity in their writing, ensuring that they don’t just state facts or opinions but also provide the reasoning behind them or additional supportive information.

This worksheet is teaching students how to effectively elaborate on their ideas in writing. By utilizing these sentence frames, students learn to extend their thoughts, provide explanations, and convey the importance of their points. The exercise is designed to enhance their ability to write more substantively, developing critical thinking and writing skills. The goal is for students to become more adept at expressing themselves clearly and persuasively in written form, which is a fundamental skill for academic success.