What you will learn in Grade 2
Today's goal: Use correct subject–verb agreement in familiar present-tense sentences.
Core concept
I play.
The simple present is used for routines, habits and facts.
Core concept
We play.
It describes actions that happen regularly or are generally true.
Core concept
They play.
We use the base form with I, we and they in the simple present.
Core concept
He plays.
With he, she and it, the verb usually takes -s or -es.
Core idea
Use correct subject–verb agreement in familiar present-tense sentences.
Read the explanation, study the examples and explain the idea in your own words.
Learn with examples
I/We/They
play
“play” helps show when the action happens.
He/She/It
plays
“plays” helps show when the action happens.
Fact
The sun rises.
“The sun rises.” shows a present habit, routine or fact.
See the skill in action
RoutineShe walks to school.
RoutineThey walk to school.
FactWater freezes when it is very cold.
Quick check
Choose: He play / He plays football.
Practice like a learner
- Complete: She ___ every day. (read/reads)
- Complete: They ___ outside. (play/plays)
- Write two routine sentences.
- Write one general fact.
- Correct: My brother walk to school.
Self-check: Can you explain the rule, give a new example and tell someone why your answer is correct?
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