Ryan's writing group has been learning about using different sentence beginnings.

Ryan's Sentence Openers.

Use a connective:

After a while, the bus came zooming in to a stop.

Use an “ing” clause:

Zooming down the stairs came Ryan.

Use an “ed” clause:

Surprised as he saw the giant stare in the fence.

 Use a simile:

Fast as a rocket he sprinted down the road.

Use an adverb:

Cautiously he opened the prank tin.

Use one word:

Annoyed, he walked home after losing the bball game.

Use “but” for emphasis:

But the monster was still waiting anxiously for the little boy.