I Have, Who Has? is an engaging, easy-to-play grammar game designed to help students identify and practice the Present, Past, and Future Tense of both regular and irregular verbs. While playing, students strengthen their verb conjugation, reading fluency, speaking confidence, and active listening skills. This game is especially effective in ESL, EFL, and ELA classrooms where students benefit from interactive, collaborative learning.
Perfect for small groups, literacy centers, or whole-class warm-ups, this grammar activity keeps students alert as they listen carefully for their verb to be called, then respond with the next prompt. It’s a fun way to review verb tenses without traditional worksheets.
This game helps students practice:
- Active listening – staying focused while waiting for their card to be called
- Reading skills – practicing verb recognition and pronunciation
- Verb identification – recognizing verbs in the correct tense
- Speaking skills – reading verbs aloud and responding quickly
What’s Included (2 Versions):
- 40 full-color game cards
- 40 black-and-white cards for ink-saving or student coloring
- Teacher directions for setup and play
How to Use:
Print, laminate, and cut out the cards for repeated use year after year. Students sit in a circle or small group and take turns reading their cards aloud: “I have [verb]. Who has [verb]?” The game continues until all verbs are matched in sequence. This low-prep activity is a perfect supplement to your verb tense lessons and keeps students engaged through movement and participation.
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Pair this game with the Past Tense Irregular Verbs Conversation Questions for even more verb tense practice and speaking opportunities in your ESL or ELA classroom.
Also available on TpT:
Mixed Verb Tenses - I Have, Who Has? Card Game - Present, Past, Future Simple