Use action verbs

Learning Objectives Identify an action verb in a simple sentence. Define an action verb as a 'doing' word. Choose a fitting action verb to complete a sentence. Write a simple sentence using a subject and an action verb. By the end of of this lesson, students will be able to name at least five different action verbs. Act out an action verb they read or hear. What can a little monkey do? 🐒 Let's think of all the fun actions! We will learn about special 'doing' words called action verbs. These words make our sentences exciting and full of life! Real-World Applications Telling a friend what you did at recess. Reading stories about characters who run and jump. Playing games like 'Simon Says'. Writing about your favorite animal.

TermDefinitionExample Action VerbAn action verb is a word that shows action. It's a 'doing' word! 🏃‍♀️In 'The dog runs,' the word 'runs' is the action verb. JumpTo push off the ground with your feet. It's an action! 🐰The bunny can jump high. EatTo put food in your mouth and swallow it. It's an action! 🍎I eat an apple for a snack. ReadTo look at and understand words in a book. It's an action! 📚We read a book every day. SingTo make music with your voice. It's an action! 🎤The birds sing in the morning. PlayTo have fun with toys, games, or friends. It's an action! ⚽The kids play with a ball.

The 'Doing' Word Rule A sentence needs a 'doing' word (an action verb). Use this rule to make sure your sentence is complete. The verb tells us what is happening. The 'Who Did It?' Rule The action verb tells what the person, place, or thing does. First, find who the sentence is about (like 'the boy'). Then, find the word that says what the boy does (like 'kicks').