Help your students master Present Simple word order and sentence structure with this fun and interactive Sentence Building Card Game. Perfect for ESL, EFL, and ELL learners, this resource gives students plenty of practice creating both positive and negative Present Simple sentences while encouraging teamwork and critical thinking.
Designed for small groups, centers, or guided practice, this set keeps grammar engaging while reinforcing essential English skills. Students compete by putting mixed-up sentences into the correct order and earning points based on card color.
What’s Included
- 48 Sentence Building Cards (Present Simple: Positive & Negative Sentences)
- Color Key to award points for correct sentences
- Box Labels for storage and organization
- Student Recording Sheet (to write sentences and track points)
- Answer Key for self-checking or teacher support
How to Use
Print, cut, and laminate the cards for long-lasting use. Students draw a mixed-up sentence card, rearrange the words into the correct order, and record their sentences on the worksheet. Award points according to the color-coded system to make the activity even more engaging.
This resource is versatile and can be used for:
- Grammar practice in literacy centers
- Partner and small group activities
- ESL intervention and tutoring sessions
- Review before Present Simple grammar tests
Perfect For
- Present Simple grammar review
- Sentence word order practice
- Building confidence in speaking and writing
- ESL/EFL classrooms at beginner to lower-intermediate levels
Related Resources
If you like this resource, you may also enjoy my Past Simple Sentence Building Board Game . Together, these resources provide students with hands-on grammar practice across multiple tenses in both card and board game formats.
Also Available on TPT
This activity can also be purchased on Teachers Pay Teachers: Present Simple Build-A-Sentence Game