This set of action verb summer-themed charades is a fun and interactive miming game that helps students practice the present continuous tense. Students pick a card and act out one of the 32 different summer action verbs, while their classmates guess which verb is being mimed. This activity keeps learners engaged, active, and practicing grammar naturally through play.
Perfect for ELL, ESL, and EFL classrooms, this resource works well as a warm-up activity, an end-of-lesson review, or as part of summer camp English lessons. It’s also an excellent choice for primary grades since students get to combine movement with speaking practice.
Why Teachers Love This Game:
- Gets students moving while reinforcing grammar
- Encourages teamwork, speaking, and listening
- Provides a hands-on way to practice present continuous verbs
- Ideal for summer school, ESL summer camps, or year-end fun days
The same 32 cards are also included in a black-and-white version for easy printing and to save ink. Simply print, cut, and laminate for a resource you can use year after year!
What’s Included:
- 32 Summer Action Verb Charades Cards (Color version)
- 32 Summer Action Verb Charades Cards (Black & White version)
Also available on TpT: Summer Action Verb Charades - Present Continuous Tense Miming Game
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Pair this summer action verbs charades set with the Summer Games & Activities Bundle for a complete ESL summer toolkit. Together, these resources provide teachers with low-prep, high-engagement activities that cover speaking, listening, vocabulary, and grammar all summer long.