Hello, friend! Today, we are going to learn about something fun called action verbs. Action verbs are words that tell us what someone or something is doing. Let’s explore some examples together!
Action verbs show us actions. They tell us what is happening in a sentence. Here are some examples:
Look at this person. They are running. Running is an action verb because it shows what the person is doing.
See the fish? It is swimming. Swimming is an action verb because it tells us what the fish is doing.
Here is someone chopping vegetables. Chopping is an action verb because it shows what he is doing.
These kids are playing on the bed. Playing is an action verb because it tells us what they are doing.
Let’s find the action verbs in these sentences:
The monkeys like swinging. Swinging is an action verb.
The bird is flying. Flying is an action verb.
This bear is eating. Eating is an action verb.
He is running. Running is an action verb.
She is kicking. Kicking is an action verb.
The kangaroo is sleeping. Sleeping is an action verb.
The boys are playing. Playing is an action verb.
She is riding a bicycle. Riding is an action verb.
The girl is reading a book. Reading is an action verb.
She is cooking. Cooking is an action verb.
Action verbs are words that tell us what is happening. They make sentences exciting by showing actions. Now you know all about action verbs! Keep looking for them in the sentences you read and write.
Thanks for learning with us today! Have fun finding action verbs in your world!
Action Verb Charades: Gather your family or friends and play a game of charades using action verbs. Write down different action verbs like “jumping,” “dancing,” or “climbing” on pieces of paper. Take turns picking a paper and acting out the verb without speaking. Can your friends guess the action verb you are showing?
Action Verb Scavenger Hunt: Go on a scavenger hunt around your house or yard to find people or animals doing different actions. Make a list of action verbs you see, like “running,” “eating,” or “playing.” Share your list with a family member and see if they can spot any new action verbs!
Create an Action Verb Story: Draw a picture story using action verbs. Start by drawing a character, like a superhero or an animal, and think about what actions they might do. Write a sentence under each picture using an action verb, such as “The superhero is flying” or “The dog is barking.” Share your story with your class or family!
Here’s a sanitized version of the YouTube transcript:
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Hi there! Today we are talking about action verbs.
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What is an action verb? An action verb tells what is happening in a sentence. Let’s take a look at some examples:
– Running: This person is running. Running is an action verb.
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– Swimming: The fish is swimming. Swimming is an action verb.
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– Chopping: He is chopping vegetables. Chopping is an action verb.
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– Playing: They are playing on the bed. Playing is an action verb.
Let’s look at some sentences to find the action verb:
– Monkeys like swinging. Swinging is an action verb.
– The bird is flying. Flying is an action verb.
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– This bear is eating. Eating is an action verb.
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– He is running. Running is an action verb.
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– She is kicking. Kicking is an action verb.
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– The kangaroo is sleeping. Sleeping is an action verb.
– The boys are playing. Playing is an action verb.
– She is riding a bicycle. Riding is an action verb.
– The girl is reading a book. Reading is an action verb.
– She is cooking. Cooking is an action verb.
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That was a quick lesson about action verbs. Again, action verbs tell what is happening in a sentence. Thank you for watching! Please subscribe and like our videos.
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