Eighth graders learn verbals — verb forms that act as other parts of speech — focusing on gerunds (an -ing verb used as a noun, like “swimming”) and infinitives (“to” + verb, like “to win”).
Students will be able to…
In “Swimming is fun,” the word “swimming” looks like a verb — but it’s acting as a noun! Verbals are verb forms wearing a disguise. What are they?
Project this and sort each verbal into gerunds (-ing verbs used as nouns) or infinitives (to + verb).
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In “Swimming is fun,” “swimming” acts as a — what?
Teacher models.
Class uses Gerund or Infinitive?
Students identify verbals.
Students share a verbal.
Aligned to the Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts.
Explain the function of verbals (gerunds, participles, infinitives).
Demonstrate command of standard English grammar.
Form and use verbs in the active and passive voice.
Produce clear and coherent writing.
Preview the three formative checks. Tap “Sample answer” to see what mastery looks like — hide them before you print for students.
Have students explore participles — verb forms used as adjectives, like “the running water” or “the broken vase.” A printable verbals sheet is in the ELA library.
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A print-and-go review sheet with a built-in answer key. Tap “Show answer key” to reveal answers, or print the clean version for students.