Help students recognise verbs in sentences with this set of Find the Verb task cards and recording sheet.
Verb Detectives on the Case – Find the Verb Task Cards
This set of task cards features a range of sentences and a fun matching image on each card. Students are asked to find the verb in each sentence and record it on a recording sheet. This activity is the perfect addition to your classroom when teaching and learning about verbs.
What you’ll get in the download:
- Instruction sheet – easy-to-follow guidelines that students or support teachers can use.
- 14 x sentence cards – each card includes a sentence and image to make learning fun!
- 1 x recording sheet – a simple and organised sheet for students to document their findings.
How to Use these Verb Task Cards in the Classroom
- Introduce the Activity: Begin by explaining what a verb is and why it’s important to identify action words in sentences.
- Individual or Group Work: Distribute the task cards for independent practise or use them in small groups for collaborative learning.
- Use the Recording Sheet: As students work through each card, they can record the verb they’ve identified, enhancing accountability and reinforcing learning.
- Extend the Lesson: For added challenge, have students use the verbs they’ve found to create their own sentences, building on their understanding of grammar.
Download and Use Today!
Use the dropdown menu to choose between the easy to print PDF version or the editable Google Slide version of this resource.
This resource was created by Lisamarie Del Valle, a Teach Starter Collaborator.
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