Hi everyone! Welcome back to our writing mini-lesson.Today, we'll look at an important tool to keep our paragraph coherent: transition words.Transition words are words or phrases that help your reader understand the relationship between your ideas.They act like bridges between sentences or paragraphs, making your writing more logical and easier to read.Let's look at some common types of transition words and examples of how we use them:Cause and effect: These show results or consequences.Examples include: Therefore, as a result, so, and consequently.Example: She studied hard. As a result, she passed the test.Clarification: These help explain something more clearly.You can use: That is to say, in other words, or to clarify.Contrast: To show a difference, use: But, however, or on the other hand.Example: I like coffee. However, I drink tea in the morning.Examples: To give an example, use: For example or for instance.Example: Many animals migrate. For example, birds fly south in winter.Emphasis: If you want to highlight something important, use: Above all, most importantly, or certainly.Enumeration: When listing ideas, try: Firstly, secondly, furthermore, or in addition.Time: To show the order of events, use: Meanwhile, during, after that, or subsequently.Similarity: To compare things, use: Likewise, similarly, or in the same vein.Conclusion: When wrapping up, try: In conclusion, to sum up, or in short.Remember, using the right transition word helps your reader understand the logic of your writing. It guides them through your ideas smoothly and clearly.