Transition Words

Most spiders only live for one or two years. ____________, a tarantula can live as long as 20 years!

• Therefore

• For example

• However

Dolphins are playful animals. ____________, they sometimes play catch with coconuts!

• In conclusion

• Although

• In fact

Ella is a good student. _____________, she is also a good friend.

• In other words

• Although

• Furthermore

My dog loves to go on walks and play fetch. ___________, he loves to have his tummy rubbed.

• Also

• For example

• Therefore

The weather is cold and the ground is covered with snow in winter. ____________, many animals have a hard time finding food.

• Likewise

• After that

• As a result

Marcus knew a second piece of cake would make him feel sick, ____________ he ate one anyway.

• meanwhile

• therefore

• yet

Kai made the entire dinner by himself. _________, he also made dessert.

• In conclusion

• In addition

• Therefore

Foxes live in burrows that they dig in the ground. ___________, Meerkats also live in burrows.

• Likewise

• In contrast

• To sum up

First you need to add the flour to the bowl. ___________, add the salt and the baking soda.

• For example

• After that

• Likewise

Karen is rich; ________ her cousin Kate is poor.

• Therefore,

• Otherwise,

• However,

• In addition,