This notebook reference guide is an essential tool for practicing both irregular past tense verbs and the pronunciation patterns of regular past tense verb endings (-t, -d, -id). With 125 verb cards to sort, students build a versatile, year-long resource they can refer to again and again.
How Students Use It
Learners categorize verb cards into four groups according to pronunciation and form:
- Irregular verbs
- Regular -ed verbs pronounced /t/
- Regular -ed verbs pronounced /d/
- Regular -ed verbs pronounced /ɪd/
As students sort and record each verb's present and past tense forms, they reinforce spelling rules, deepen pronunciation awareness, and gain confidence. The insert’s reusable design makes it a lasting, customizable reference for ongoing vocabulary growth.
What’s Included
- 125 Mini Verb Cards—perfect for cutting, laminating, and reusing
- Notebook Reference Insert with spelling rules, example verbs, and 4 pages for organizing verbs into categories
This resource is a digital download. No physical product will be shipped.
Assembly & Classroom Use
Delivered as a full-color PDF, this set is easy to assemble—print and laminate for durability. Use as a classroom activity in centers or individually; students can sort, write, and then reference it in their grammar journals. It’s a hands-on tool that supports writing, speaking, and independent review all year long.
Perfect Classroom Pairing
For a comprehensive and engaging grammar lesson, pair this notebook reference with the Past Tense Verbs Board Game – Changing Regular and Irregular Verbs , which includes 72 verb cards (24 regular, 48 irregular), a game board, recording sheet, and answer key—great for practicing verb conversion through play. Together, these resources offer both structured reference and interactive reinforcement.
Benefits for Teachers & Students
- Multisensory learning: sorting, writing, and playing reinforce memory and understanding
- Use in diverse settings: small groups, independent work, centers, or whole-class review
- Supports ESL, EFL, and ELL learners in mastering both pronunciation and verb forms
- Low-prep, high-impact—teachers save time while students stay engaged