These Irregular Past Tense Verb Task Cards give students structured, targeted practice forming the past simple of irregular verbs. Each of the 35 cards features a complete positive sentence with the verb in its infinitive form. Students must identify the verb and change it correctly into the irregular past tense.
This resource is ideal for Elementary ESL/EFL learners who need repeated exposure and controlled practice with irregular verb forms. Use it in literacy centers, small groups, grammar lessons, tutoring sessions, or as a quick warm-up or exit ticket. Recording sheets and an answer key are included so students can practice independently and self-correct.
What's Included
- 35 Irregular Verb Task Cards + cover card
- Student recording sheet
- Teacher answer key / self-correction sheet
How to Use These Task Cards
- Place the cards at a grammar center for independent practice.
- Use in small groups to reinforce irregular past tense forms.
- Assign 5–10 cards as a warm-up or quick check activity.
- Allow students to self-correct using the answer sheet.
- Laminate and store on a ring for long-lasting use.
Why Teachers Love This Resource
- Perfect for beginners who need structured irregular verb practice
- Great for ESL, EFL, and intervention groups
- Supports sentence-level grammar work
- Low-prep and easy to reuse yearly
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Pair It With
For even more irregular verb fluency practice, pair this resource with the Irregular Verbs Slap-It! Card Game (Cupcake Theme) — a fun, fast-paced game where students listen, identify, and “slap” the correct irregular verb. Perfect for small groups and whole-class practice!
How to Assemble and Use This Resource
This is a full-color PDF file. After printing, laminate the cards before cutting so you can reuse them for years. Store them in a task-card box or on a keyring for easy access.
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