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Action vs. Linking Verbs (1330)

Distinguish between action verbs (run, jump) and linking verbs (is, are, was).
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Quick Tip
Action verbs show what the subject is doing (e.g., 'run', 'swim'). Linking verbs connect the subject to more information (e.g., 'is', 'was', 'seem').
Teacher Resources
Vocabulary
Action Verb: Shows what someone or something does.
Linking Verb: Connects subject to a description.
Extension Activities
  • Sort verbs into action and linking lists.
  • Create sentences using specific verb types.
  • Act out action verbs.
Parent Tip

Ask your child to identify the action or linking verb in simple sentences you say.

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Skills Practiced
identifying action verbsidentifying linking verbsdistinguishing action linking verbs