Playing charades is a fun and active way to practice action verb identification. This engaging classroom game includes 40 different verbs for students to act out while classmates guess. Perfect for ESL, EFL, and ELL classrooms, as well as primary grades, this activity encourages movement, creativity, and language practice all at once.
Why Teachers Love It
- Gets students moving and actively engaged
- Provides a positive outlet for extra classroom energy
- Reinforces verb identification in a fun, interactive way
- Can be adapted for practicing Present Continuous with more advanced learners
What’s Included
- 40 full-color verb cards
- 40 black-and-white verb cards for low-ink printing or student coloring
Classroom Uses
These verb charades cards are ideal for warm-ups, icebreakers, literacy centers, or end-of-class activities. They can be used in small groups, whole-class play, or even adapted for online lessons. Students gain confidence in recognizing and using verbs, while practicing speaking and listening skills in a lively, low-pressure environment.
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Pair It With
Pair this charades set with the Present Simple Conversation Question Cards from my shop. Together, they give students a mix of physical action practice and structured speaking opportunities, making grammar review both dynamic and meaningful.
Also Available on TPT
You can also find these Verb Charades Game Cards in my Teachers Pay Teachers store . Perfect if you prefer shopping on TPT!