Past simple: Verbs

Overview

In this elementary-level lesson, students will focus on the past simple tense, learning how regular verbs adopt the "-ed" and also become familiar with the conjugation of some common irregular verbs. This lesson aims to provide students with the necessary skills to describe past events accurately, which is a fundamental aspect of English grammar.

The lesson plan includes a boardwork example to illustrate the correct formation of the past simple with regular verbs and introduces common irregular verbs. Following this, students will engage in a variety of grammar and writing tasks that will help to cement their understanding of past simple verb formation. The session will conclude with a classroom game that reinforces the day's learning in a fun and interactive way, ensuring that the concepts stick.

Classroom activities

Classroom games