Adding -ed to the ends of most verbs can change a sentence to the past tense—but what about verbs like think or draw? Provide class members with practice activities that focus on both regular and irregular verbs in the simple past tense.

Concepts

regular verbs, irregular verbs, the simple past tense, past tense verbs, verb tenses, Grammar

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Additional Tags

english language arts

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Instructional Ideas

• Use in a mainstream language arts class, ELD class, or with adult English learners
• Include in an assessment on verb tense
• Laminate the verb cards for multiple uses
• Encourage pupils to add the verb charts to their language arts notebooks for easy reference

Classroom Considerations

• The first activity discusses an adult pursuing her GED, but the rest of the exercises do not reference this topic and can be used independently

Pros

• Good review of three verb tenses
• Exercises are straightforward and easy to complete, making them ideal for learners who struggle with complex instructions

Cons

• None

Common Core

L.3.1.a L.3.1.d L.4.1.a L.5.1.a L.6.1.a L.7.1.a L.8.1.a