Subject Verb Agreement
SUBJECT VERB AGREEMENT
A sentence is a group of words that makes a complete thought or makes sense.
A sentence consists of two parts. The subject and the predicate.
The subject of a sentence tells who or what the sentence is about.
Example👇
Henry likes pets.
Some subjects are singular (one) while others are plural (more than one).
Example 👇
Henry likes pets. (singular)
Henry and Brad like pets. (plural)
The predicate tells us more about the subject. This part of the sentence contains the verb.
Example 👇
Henry likes pets.
Watch the video clip below to learn more about the subject of a sentence and the predicate. Look at the examples the chart below.
Video Clip - Identifying subjects and predicates in sentences.
If the subject of a sentence is singular, then the verb must also be singular.
Verbs form their singular number by adding "s" or "es". Look at the video clip below to learn more about subject verb agreement. Look at the examples on the chart that follows.
Video Clip - Subject verb agreement.
FOLLOW UP PRACTICE ACTIVITIES
Activity 1 choose the correct verb
Activity 11 subject or predicate
Grade Level: 3rd Grade
Date:__________________________________
Subject: Language Arts
Strand: Grammar & Conventions
Objective: By the end of the lesson, students will be able to apply the
concept of subject-verb agreement with plural subjects (we/they) in sentences,
correctly matching the subject with the appropriate verb.
Materials Needed:
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Whiteboard and markers
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Sentence strips or
index cards with sentences written on them
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Chart paper
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Worksheets with
exercises on subject-verb agreement
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Chromebooks
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Projector
Duration: 60 minutes
Procedure:
1. Engage (5 minutes):
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Begin the lesson by
asking students to define what a subject and a verb are in a sentence.
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Provide examples of
sentences with both singular and plural subjects, highlighting the difference
in verb forms.
2. Explore (10 minutes):
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Write sentences with
plural subjects like "we" and "they" on the whiteboard.
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Ask students to
identify the subject and the verb in each sentence.
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Discuss why the verb
changes depending on whether the subject is singular or plural.
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Watch a video clip
which further explains the concept “Subject Verb Agreement”.
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Complete oral
exercises from teacher’s Blogsite on topic in question.
3. Explain (15 minutes):
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Explain that when the
subject is "we" or "they," the verb usually doesn't need to
change.
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Tell what they
understand by subject verb agreement and provide examples of both singular and
plural subjects and their matching verbs.
4. Elaborate (20 minutes):
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Divide students into
pairs or small groups.
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Distribute sentence
strips or index cards with sentences written on them.
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Instruct students to
determine if the subject and verb agree in each sentence. If not, they should
correct the verb to match the subject.
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Circulate around the
room to provide guidance and support as needed..
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Complete activities on
teacher’s blogsite on chromebooks
5. Evaluate (10 minutes):
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Bring the class back
together and review some of the sentences as a whole group.
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Allow students to
share their corrections and explain their reasoning.
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Provide feedback and
clarification as necessary.
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Assign worksheets with
exercises on subject-verb agreement for independent practice.
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Collect and assess
worksheets to gauge individual understanding.
Closure:
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Summarize the key
points of the lesson on subject-verb agreement with plural subjects.
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Reinforce the
importance of ensuring that subjects and verbs agree to make sentences clear
and grammatically correct.
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Encourage students to
apply what they have learned in their writing.
Extensions:
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For advanced learners,
provide more challenging sentences with multiple subjects and verbs to correct.
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Have students create
their own sentences using plural subjects and corresponding verbs.
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Integrate technology
by using online games or interactive activities to practice subject-verb
agreement.
Homework:
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Assign a few sentences
for students to practice subject-verb agreement with plural subjects at home.
They can write sentences independently and check their work with a family
member.
This lesson plan aims
to engage students actively in learning about subject-verb agreement with
plural subjects while providing opportunities for exploration, explanation, and
practice.
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