Tips for Creating a Cause and Effect Anchor Chart
This anchor chart is an excellent example that lists definitions and provides examples. Notice the use of color and the large printed text. This anchor chart works well displayed in a prominent location so that students can easily refer to the signal words.
It's important to reinforce the structure of cause-and-effect statements with students. I also recommend giving students a lesson on writing cause-and-effect statements, with causes coming first and effects coming first.
Examples with Causes First
Because he lost his job and the fire that damaged his house, John is now homeless.
Megan fell out of the tree and broke her arm. She now wears a cast.
Mom was busy getting ready for work, so I had to answer the phone when Sam called.
Examples with Effects First
The referee called a penalty because the basketball player was traveling.
The parking lost was flooded due the heavy rain that poured down throughout the night.
Bison almost became extinct when early settlers found them easy targets for their shooting matches.
