Fronted adverbials might sound like advanced grammar jargon, but they’re simply time-, place-, or manner-phrases moved to the start of a sentence - “Before sunrise, the birds began to sing.” This parent-friendly guide demystifies the term, explains why schools teach it, and shares quick at-home activities to help children practise. For interactive exercises and a child-ready explanation, head to EnglishFun.co.uk’s dedicated page on fronted adverbials.