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"I Am, You Are, He/She Is" Song–Present Simple "To Be" Lesson–Rockin English (Grammar) Instructional Video"I Am, You Are, He/She Is" Song–Present Simple "To Be" Lesson–Rockin English (Grammar) Instructional Video
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Rockin' English Lessons
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1st - 5th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Media Length
1:17
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Duration
10 mins
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2015
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"I Am, You Are, He/She Is" Song–Present Simple "To Be" Lesson–Rockin English (Grammar)

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I am, you are, he is, and she is. Gather around and sing loud and proud with this rock n' roll song designed to inform learners about the present tense verb to be. 

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

present tense verbs, the verb to be, verbs, children's songs

Additional Tags

english language arts

Instructional Ideas

  • Give your class the link to watch and sing along to at home 
  • Create posters with the song's sentences and drawings, add some original work if desired, and display them around the room for future reference
  • Every lesson needs a hook; start instruction with this video to grab viewers' attention  

Classroom Considerations

  • A review of pronouns as well as present tense verbs may be necessary depending on the proficiency level of your pupils 
  • This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

  • The song's verse is sung twice without having to replay it 
  • Lyrics are provided so your class can sing along 

Cons

  • Example sentences do not highlight the present tense verb which may make it difficult for some scholars to pinpoint key information 
  • The song does a good job providing model sentences, but does not explicitly explain when to use specific present tense verbs 

Common Core

L.3.1.a

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