Grade: 6 Subject: English Language Arts Topic: Verb Forms - Principal Parts of the Verbs Duration: 90 minutes

Learning Targets: 1. Identify and define the principal parts of verbs. 2. Understand the importance of using correct verb forms in writing. 3. Apply knowledge of verb forms to construct grammatically correct sentences.

Common Core Standards: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.1.B: Use verb tense to convey various times, sequences, states, and conditions. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.1.C: Recognize and correct inappropriate shifts in verb tense.

Warm-up Activity (10 minutes): 1. Display a list of verbs on the board. 2. Instruct students to write down the different forms of each verb (base form, past tense, past participle) in their notebooks. 3. After 5 minutes, discuss the correct answers as a class.

Introduction (5 minutes): 1. Engage students by asking them to share what they know about verb forms and their importance in writing. 2. Explain that today’s lesson will focus on the principal parts of verbs and how they are used in constructing sentences. 3. Share the learning targets for the lesson.

Process with Timing:

I. Direct Instruction (20 minutes): 1. Provide a clear explanation of the three principal parts of verbs: base form, past tense, and past participle. 2. Give examples of each principal part and explain their usage in sentences. 3. Discuss irregular verbs and how their principal parts differ from regular verbs. 4. Clarify any doubts or questions from students.

II. Guided Practice (25 minutes): 1. Distribute a worksheet containing sentences with missing verb forms. 2. Instruct students to fill in the blanks with the correct principal parts of the verbs provided in a word bank. 3. Monitor students’ progress and provide assistance as needed. 4. Review the answers as a class, discussing any common errors or misconceptions.

III. Independent Practice (25 minutes): 1. Ask students to write five original sentences using different verb forms (base form, past tense, past participle). 2. Encourage them to use both regular and irregular verbs. 3. Circulate the classroom to provide individual feedback and guidance. 4. Select a few students to share their sentences with the class.

Wrap-up Activity (10 minutes): 1. Conduct a quick review of the principal parts of verbs by asking students to provide examples of each. 2. Discuss the importance of using correct verb forms in writing to ensure clarity and coherence. 3. Summarize the key points covered in the lesson. 4. Assess students’ understanding through a brief exit ticket or verbal questioning.

Extension Activity (if time permits): 1. Divide students into pairs or small groups. 2. Provide them with a set of verb cards (base form, past tense, past participle). 3. Instruct students to take turns creating sentences using the verb cards. 4. Encourage creativity and challenge students to use a variety of verb forms.

Note: Adjust the timing of each section based on the pace and needs of your students.