Instructional Video8:13
Curated Video

Combining Sentences with Compound Predicates

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how writers can combine sentences with compound predicates to make their writing less wordy. They provide examples and guide students through exercises to practice combining sentences. The teacher also...
Instructional Video10:39
Curated Video

Using Subordinating Conjunctions to Improve Writing Flow and Rhythm

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains the use of subordinating conjunctions to connect ideas and create rhythm in writing. The teacher provides examples and practice exercises for students to improve their sentence structure and flow. By...
Instructional Video12:37
Cerebellum

English Punctuation: Commas & Colons

9th - 12th
Learn how to use commas for fun and profit, and how to make colons work for you. This clip introduces you to the idea of using a semi-colon. This is part 2 in the series: 'English Punctuation 2: A Beginner's Guide'.
Instructional Video13:41
Wonderscape

Understanding Sentence Types: Simple, Compound, and Complex

K - 5th
This program meets Common Core third grade language standards as it introduces and explores simple, compound and complex sentences. It provides clear examples and explanations of each type, including the components of a sentence and how...
Instructional Video13:15
Wonderscape

Using Coordinating and Subordinating Conjunctions

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains the concept of conjunctions and how they are used to connect different parts of a sentence or two separate sentences. The video covers both coordinating conjunctions, which connect equal parts of a...
Instructional Video8:31
Curated Video

Combining Sentences into Compound Sentences

K - 5th
This video is a lesson on how to create compound sentences by combining simple sentences using coordinating conjunctions. The teacher explains the concept of compound sentences, reviews coordinating conjunctions, and provides examples...
Instructional Video7:06
Curated Video

Mastering Object Pronouns in Writing

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains the importance of using object pronouns properly in writing. They provide examples and strategies for determining which pronoun to use based on its position in the sentence. The teacher also guides...
Instructional Video8:43
Curated Video

Using Subject Pronouns Correctly in Writing

K - 5th
This video is a lesson on using subject pronouns properly in writing. It explains the importance of pronouns in making writing clear and provides examples and practice exercises for using subject and object pronouns correctly. The video...
Instructional Video
Turtle Diary

Turtle Diary: Coordinating Conjunctions

2nd - 6th Standards
This TurtleDiary interactive video lesson [5:28] features information about coordinating conjunctions. Numerous examples of their application and clarifying tips are included. Written lessons, video lessons, practice exercises, and...
Instructional Video
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Correlative Conjunctions

5th - 8th Standards
A learning module starting with a video [3:11] on correlative conjunctions and how they are used correctly. Practice this new skill with a quiz, continue with another video [6:07] on starting sentences with conjunctions, and finally, end...
Instructional Video
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Run Ons and Comma Splices

9th - 10th Standards
A run-on sentence doesn't separate any of its independent clauses with the punctuation that it needs, and a comma splice incorrectly separates two independent clauses with a comma, instead of a comma-and-coordinating-conjunction.
Instructional Video
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Bonus: 'Fanboys,' a Mnemonic Song

9th - 10th
FANBOYS' is a mnemonic device you can use to help remember the coordinating conjunctions of English. Team Grammar made this video, figuring that we couldn't very well cover conjunctions without writing a song, now could we? If you're...