EnglishYears 7–8Grammar
Sentence structure
Use simple, compound and complex sentences accurately; vary sentence openings and lengths for effect
What you'll learn
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Think of a sentence like a train 🚂 — it needs an engine (the action) and carriages (who does it and what they do).
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What does the 'engine' (verb) do in a sentence?
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Build a sentence by dragging the right words into order.
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Let's build a sentence together: 'The boy eats an apple.'
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Now build your own sentence: 'My sister reads a book.'
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Is this a complete sentence? 'Runs fast.' Why or why not?
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Which of these is a complete sentence?
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