1. Linking Verbs- cut top off WS and glue into notes SPI 0501.1.2 Identify the correct use of verbs (i.e., action/linking) within context.

2. Linking Verbs A linking verb links the subject to a noun or adjective. She is our teacher.

3. Common Linking Verbs am is are was were will be seem appear look taste smell feel become

4. Linking Verbs The noun that follows a linking verb renames or identifies the subject. She is our teacher. subj. LV noun

5. Identify the linking verb. Mr. Laska is the choir director. Some members are great singers.

6. The adjective that follows the linking verb describes the subject. The choir seems large. subj. LV adj.

7. Name the linking verb. My robe seems long. I am excited.

8. A linking verb can also help to state a condition, such as the condition of where or when. Choir rehearsal is tonight. subj. LV (when)

9. Name the linking verb. Dress rehearsal was this afternoon. What is “was” linking? rehearsal & afternoon

10. Identify the linking verb. Name the simple subject and what linking verb is linking. 1. The clown’s shoes feel big. 2. I am sad. 3. We became nervous. 4. The lead character looks nice.

11. Guided Practice Complete worksheet together Use highlighters to show links

12. Individual Practice Give students a linking verb from text pg. 92 and 2 white strips of paper and one blue slip of paper (verbs can be written on blue paper before hand). Students write a sentence using the linking verb in journal, share with class, then write sentences on white paper around blue verb; tape or staple links (class chain?)

13. Homework: LA Wkbk pg. 31 –Multiple Choice Page