Introduction
When we start writing sentences, we often begin the same way — “I went…”, “He saw…”, “She did…” But did you know you can start your sentences in exciting new ways?
That’s where iSPACE comes in!
It’s like a toolbox of cool ways to begin a sentence, so your writing sounds more fun, creative, and interesting.
iSPACE is an acronym — a special word where each letter stands for something different:
i – ing words
S – Similes
P – Prepositions
A – Adverbs
C – Conjunctions
E – -ed words
🎉 It’s like having 6 magical keys to unlock better sentences!
Reasons to Use
Using iSPACE sentence starters:
Makes your writing more exciting 🌟
Helps you avoid repeating the same words
Lets you show off your creativity
Helps your stories, descriptions, and reports stand out
It’s a writing superpower in disguise! 🦸♂️📚
Out in the Wild!
You can use iSPACE:
In story writing to add drama and action
In descriptions to show instead of tell
In reports to sound more grown-up and smart
In diary entries, letters, or adventures
Examples
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i – ing words
(starting with a verb ending in -ing)
Jumping over the puddle, Lily laughed out loud.
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S – Simile
(comparing things using “like” or “as”)
Like a rocket, the dog zoomed across the field.
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P – Preposition
(starting with a place or time word)
Under the bed, a pair of sparkly shoes was hiding.
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A – Adverb
(describing how something happens)
Quietly, Sam tiptoed into the room.
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C – Conjunction
(joining words like “Although”, “Because”, “While”)
Although it was raining, they still played outside.
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E – ed word
(a word ending in -ed, showing feeling or action)
Excited, Mia opened the treasure box.
Troubleshooting Tips
Common Problem | Easy Fix |
|---|---|
❌ All sentences start the same | ✅ Use iSPACE to mix it up! |
❌ Sentences feel boring | ✅ Start with action, sound, or surprise |
❌ Confused about where the comma goes | ✅ Add a comma after the sentence starter |
🎯 Tip: Say your sentence out loud. If you pause naturally, you probably need a comma!
Also known as...
Sentence openers
Story starters
Sentence hooks
Lead-in phrases
Writing openers
Where else is this Used?
As you get better at using iSPACE:
Your sentences become richer and more complex.
You learn to vary sentence length and tone.
You start exploring writing techniques used in real books and articles.
You’ll be ready for more advanced writing, like essays and creative writing!