This resource provides a structured, engaging and highly practical approach to understanding main clauses and subordinate clauses in KS2, building on prior knowledge and extending pupils’ skills. It’s designed specifically for Year 5 teachers.
The booklet begins by revisiting key foundational concepts. It reminds pupils that a clause is a group of words containing a subject and a verb.
Subordinate clauses KS2
The resource clearly distinguishes between main clauses, which can stand alone as complete sentences, and subordinate clauses, which rely on a main clause to make sense.
Examples such as “The baby drank some milk” (main clause) and “Because he was tired, Jonah went to bed” (subordinate clause) offer relatable and simple illustrations to guide pupils.
Teachers are provided with clear teaching notes that break down key vocabulary like “subject,” “verb,” and “subordinating conjunctions.” This guidance helps you confidently explain concepts and structure lessons.
Activities include identifying clauses within sentences, categorising them into main and subordinate clauses, and creating your own sentences by completing prompts.
Interactive elements, like rearranging subordinate clauses in sentences or choosing the correct conjunctions, promote active learning and critical thinking.
Pupils will experiment with sentence construction. This fosters creativity while reinforcing grammatical accuracy.
Answers provided
The answers section ensures teachers can easily assess work, making this resource both time-saving and effective.
Whether you use it for whole-class teaching, guided groups or independent tasks, this resource is versatile and supports curriculum goals while helping pupils develop writing fluency and comprehension.
A must-have for any Year 5 classroom, this grammar and punctuation guide helps pupils build confidence and competence with clauses in a fun and engaging way.
This resource is a six-page sample of Keen Kite’s Ready, Steady, Practise! – Year 5 Grammar and Punctuation series from Collins. Browse more clauses resources.
