Using Transitional Words Persuasive Writing Grade 4 – Language Arts Mr. Luvera

Transitional words are used to show how ideas are connected.  although  though  the reverse  but  unlike  while  however  yet  unless  in contrast  on the other hand Copy these words on a sheet of paper. When we are finished, put the list in your Writing Folders. Use it as you revise and edit your persuasive writing.

EXAMPLES  Unlike most of my classmates, I believe that students should be given more homework.  Families on vacation want to visit national parts, yet many of these parks are damaged by an overload of tourist traffic.

 Some school-board members believe that schools should be in session all year around; ___________ most students and many teachers oppose the idea.  The Shop-o-Rama Company plans to build another mall nearby, ___________ their present mall has many empty shops.  A weekend curfew for teenagers might make our town quieter at night; _______________, a curfew might violate young people’s rights.  My mom thinks billboards are an ugly sight on the landscape. ________________, my dad believes billboards are helpful to travelers and to local businesses.  Students should not have to do homework _____________ they haven’t completed their work in class.  although  though  the reverse  but  unlike  while  however  yet  unless  in contrast  on the other hand