Curated OER
Analyzing Verb Use: Part 2
With the Wordle ap in one hand, and their favorite writing piece in the other, 3rd graders analyze their verb usage. They select a piece they have written, type it into Wordle, then analyze their word choices and alter them using synonyms.
Curated OER
The Verbs Have, Do, and Go
In this verbs activity, students fill in the blanks in 12 sentences with an appropriate verb from the word bank. Verbs will be: have, do, go, has, does, goes. Note: The verbs are capitalized even though they will be inserted in the...
Curated OER
Using the Correct Forms of Can/Could
In this use of can/could worksheet, students examine a table at the top of the page that details the proper use of can/could. They choose between two sentences in each of 5 examples to determine which one shows the proper form of either...
University of Richmond
University of Richmond: Writer's Web: How to Make Sentences Clear and Concise
Four simple rules for students to follow when editing sentences to make them more clear and concise. By looking at the use of prepositions, verb choices, active voice, and more, students can learn to improve their sentence writing...
ReadWriteThink
Read Write Think: More Than One Way to Create Vivid Verbs
Contains plans for three lessons to help students use vivid verbs in their writing. In addition to objectives and standards, this instructional plan contains links to sites used in the lessons as well as assessment and reflection...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Identifying and Using Action Verbs
It is important to know how to use verbs correctly. This instructional activity will demonstrate how to use action verbs. Students will visit Internet sites to learn more about action verbs. They will have the opportunity to use...