Connectives of Contrast

A practical grammar resource that helps students use connectives of contrast to show differences, link contrasting ideas and make their writing clearer and more cohesive.

Students explore connectives such as however, on the other hand, in contrast, despite this, although and whereas. They learn how these connectives signal a change in direction or introduce an opposing idea, before applying them to build stronger sentences and express contrasting viewpoints.

Students will:

• identify connectives of contrast

• understand how connectives signal contrasting ideas

• compare different or opposing ideas

• use contrast connectives appropriately within their writing

• apply appropriate punctuation

• choose from a range of connectives to avoid repetition

What's included:

• Learning Intention and Success Criteria

• Connectives of Contrast anchor chart

• punctuation guidance and worked examples

• 6 open-ended activities

• Contrast Builder activity

• Contrast Challenge activity

• oral language and collaborative practice

• independent sentence-writing opportunities

5-page printable PDF digital download.