What "and" does:
* Joins words or phrases: It connects two or more things together.
* Shows addition or similarity: It indicates that something is being added to something else, or that things are alike.
Where to use "and":
* Connecting nouns: "I ate an apple and a banana."
* Connecting verbs: "He walked and talked at the same time."
* Connecting adjectives: "It was a cold and windy day."
* Connecting phrases: "The cat sat on the mat and purred loudly."
* Connecting clauses: "The sun was shining, and the birds were singing."
Examples:
* "She went to the store and bought milk."
* "I like pizza and ice cream."
* "The boy was happy and excited."
* "He opened the door and stepped outside."
* "We went to the beach and swam in the ocean."
Important things to remember:
* Comma before "and": Use a comma before "and" when it connects two independent clauses (sentences that could stand alone). Example: "I went to the park, and I saw a squirrel."
* No comma before "and": Don't use a comma before "and" if it connects words or phrases within a single clause. Example: "I ate a hot dog and a hamburger."
Let me know if you have any more questions about "and" or any other grammar topics!