Pelmanism Games for German Verbs

Subject: German
Level: Secondary
Age Group: 14 - 16
Order Number: 9035

Ever complained that pupils never learn verbs? Pelmanism games could be the answer. Simply photocopy one or more sheets onto card, cut up and you have an instant game. These match-up games are suitable for every year group and every ability. Simply find the correct pair of pronoun and verb. Use with one or two pupils or with small groups; the cards can be used for snap, Pelmanism or even just match up. Start with one verb and add more to increase the game's difficulty.

Included in this pack are regular verbs and the most commonly used irregular verbs in all the tenses needed for GCSE - present, future, imperfect and perfect. Also included are irregular past participles.

They can be used:

• To reinforce new learning
• for revision
• in covering for absent teachers
• for extension purposes
• for five-minute fillers

The games are an excellent way to encourage the use of the correct writing forms of verbs. Relevant to all areas of the curriculum for 11 to 16 year olds, and particularly important in facilitating correct writing in German, Pelmanism Games for German Verbs is a resource to make learning fun.