📚 Part 1: Understanding Link Sentences

1. What is a link sentence? Circle the best definition:

A sentence that connects ideas from one paragraph to the next

The first sentence of every paragraph

A sentence that only summarises the main point

The topic sentence of a PEEL paragraph

2. Check all the purposes of an effective link sentence:

Reiterates the paragraph's main point briefly

Connects logically to the next paragraph's idea

Replaces the need for evidence

Maintains flow and helps the reader follow the argument

Introduces completely new topics

🔍 Part 2: Identifying Link Sentences

3. Read the PEEL paragraph below and underline the link sentence:

Point: Social media has a negative impact on teenagers' mental health. Evidence: A recent study by the University of Auckland found that teenagers who spend more than 3 hours daily on social media platforms are 40% more likely to experience anxiety and depression. Explanation: This occurs because constant comparison with others online creates unrealistic expectations and feelings of inadequacy. Link: This demonstrates that excessive social media use directly correlates with declining mental wellbeing. Consequently, it is essential to examine how schools can address this growing concern.

4. Match the link sentence starters with their best uses:

1. "This demonstrates that..."

2. "Building on this idea..."

3. "Therefore, it is clear that..."

4. "Consequently..."

A. Shows cause and effect

B. Summarises and concludes

C. Connects to next related point

D. Reinforces evidence

✏️ Part 3: Creating Link Sentences

5. Complete this PEEL paragraph by writing an effective link sentence:

Point: School uniforms promote equality amongst students. Evidence: Research from Wellington High School showed that after introducing uniforms, incidents of bullying related to clothing decreased by 60%. Explanation: When all students dress the same, there are fewer visible differences in economic status, reducing opportunities for discrimination based on expensive brands or fashion choices.

Link: ________________________________________________

6. Use the skeleton template to create a link sentence for this paragraph:

Paragraph topic: The importance of reading for vocabulary development

Template: This shows that _____________ because _____________. Consequently, _____________.

📝 Part 4: Writing Connected PEEL Paragraphs

7. Write two PEEL paragraphs about "The benefits of physical education in schools". Include a link sentence at the end of the first paragraph that connects to your second paragraph:

First PEEL Paragraph:

Second PEEL Paragraph: