Lesson for Verbs / Nouns + prepositions (Collocations with Prepositions)

(TESOL Materials--Prepositions, Collocations)

Google Drive Folder HERE

* Model Text (Created by AI): docs, pub

* Picture for Model Text

* Quizlet: Expert IELTS 6 p.74 1a Verbs / Nouns + prepositions

* Kahoot: gap-fill sentences: p.74 verbs/nouns + prepositions

* Make Sentences to Practice Vocabulary Words Using Quizziz: Write sentences using verbs/nouns + prepositions

Notes: These are materials for verb or noun + preposition collocations.  This was originally created to supplement p.74 exercise 1a of Expert IELTS 6, and the specific words in these materials reflect the words from that textbook exercise (source of, phase of, link to, expert on, designed by, symbol of, version of and available to).  However, I think these materials can also stand independently of the textbook, for any teacher who wants to do a lesson on collocations with verbs and nouns plus prepositions.  So I am posting the materials here.

Staging is as follows:

* Lead-in: Students talk about a time they used a map

* Prediction: Display photo on projector.  Get students to predict what the boy is using the map for

* Specific Information Questions: Give students a copy of the model text (page four) and the specific information questions (page 1)

* Noticing Activity: Match the Words to the Text: Remove the model text from students.  Give students a copy of the model text with the key vocabulary blanked out (page 2).  Students must then reconstruct the text using a running dictation.  

* Clarification of Meaning: Display the model text on the projector with the target vocabulary underlined (page 3).  Check that students understand the meaning use concept checking questions.  Next, match the words to the definitions with quizlet

* Clarify form and pronunciation

* Controlled Practice: Gap-Fill sentences: Kahoot game

* Semi-Controlled Practice: Make Sentences: quizziz game

What was Alex holding in his hands?

What did Alex love exploring?

What was Alex’s grandfather an expert on?

Where did the new version of the map appear?

What was Alex determined to do?

What was Alex holding in his hands?

What did Alex love exploring?

What was Alex’s grandfather an expert on?

Where did the new version of the map appear?

What was Alex determined to do?

Alex held the old map in his hands.  The old map was a _______________ endless fascination for Alex. For one thing, he was currently in a _______________  his life where he loved exploring old things. For another thing, in his mind this map was _______________  his memory of his grandfather.  His grandfather was an _______________  ancient history.   The map had belonged to his grandfather, but it had been _______________  someone unknown. The map was filled with strange symbols.  These were _______________  an ancient treasure. Alex dreamed of finding the treasure it promised. But, Alex was not the only one who had access to this map.   A new _______________  the map had recently appeared online, where it was _______________  everyone. Soon, more people would find the map, and try to solve its riddle.  But Alex was determined to solve the riddle before anyone else.

Alex held the old map in his hands.  The old map was a source of endless fascination for Alex. For one thing, he was currently in a phase of his life where he loved exploring old things. For another thing, in his mind this map was linked to his memory of his grandfather.  His grandfather was an expert on ancient history.  The map had belonged to his grandfather, but it had been designed by someone unknown. The map was filled with strange symbols.  These were symbols of an ancient treasure. Alex dreamed of finding the treasure it promised. But, Alex was not the only one who had access to this map.   A new version of the map had recently appeared online, where it was available to everyone. Soon, more people would find the map, and try to solve its riddle.  But Alex was determined to solve the riddle before anyone else.

Alex held the old map in his hands.  The old map was a source of endless fascination for Alex. For one thing, he was currently in a phase of his life where he loved exploring old things. For another thing, in his mind this map was linked to his memory of his grandfather.  His grandfather was an expert on ancient history.  The map had belonged to his grandfather, but it had been designed by someone unknown. The map was filled with strange symbols.  These were symbols of an ancient treasure. Alex dreamed of finding the treasure it promised. But, Alex was not the only one who had access to this map.   A new version of the map had recently appeared online, where it was available to everyone. Soon, more people would find the map, and try to solve its riddle.  But Alex was determined to solve the riddle before anyone else.

Flippity.net Matching Game for Phrasal Verbs (docs, pub, playing link)

Here is a link to a Matching Game from Flippity.net for phrasal verbs.  It is based on matching words to the definitions.  This was made for Expert IELTS 6--Module 1a p.10 Vocabulary.  But it could perhaps be used independently of that textbook for any teacher who wanted a quick game on phrasal verbs, so I'm posting it here as well.

The 8 phrasal verbs practiced in this game are: get across, point out, leave out, spell out, back someone up, bring up, sum up and pick up on.

Model Text for Three Word Phrasal Verbs (Created by AI)

(TESOL Worksheets--Three Word Phrasal Verbs)

Google Documents: docs, pub

This is a model text for three word phrasal verbs - created by AI (Google Gemini).

Staging is as follows: 

Lead-in: Ask students if one of their friends had ever been in a break-up?  What did they do to help their friend?

Specific Information Questions: Students read text and answer questions

Noticing the target language: Put students in pairs.  Remove their copy of the model text, and give them a copy of the model text with the target language blanked out.  Place the completed model text outside of the room.  Students have to reconstruct the text using a running dictation.

Clarification Meaning: Display completed model text on the projector with the phrasal verbs underlined.  Use concept checking questions to check the meaning of the phrasal verbs.

For additional practice on meaning, you can use this quizlet.  For a controlled practice, use this Kahoot.

1. How did Leo feel about his older brother, Alex?

2. What was Alex struggling to get back into?

3. What was Alex running out of?

4.  When they went hiking, what did they come up against?

5. What was Alex grateful for?

6. What was Leo proud of?

Leo had always looked up to his older brother, Alex. They got along well, but Leo often felt like Alex looked down on him. One day, Alex broke up with his girlfriend and came down with a terrible cold. Leo decided to look out for his brother, helping him with his chores and bringing him soup.

As they spent more time together, Leo realized that Alex was struggling to get back into his routine. He was running out of motivation and seemed to be giving up on his goals. Leo knew he had to do something. He suggested they play around with some new hobbies, like painting or hiking. Alex was hesitant at first, but he eventually agreed.

As they spent more time outdoors, Alex started to feel better. He began to grow out of his funk and get back into his old self. Leo was proud of his brother and happy to see him smiling again.

One day, as they were hiking, they came up against a steep cliff. Alex hesitated, but Leo encouraged him to keep going. "We can do this," Leo said. "Don't give up."

Alex took a deep breath and started climbing. He was struggling, but Leo was there to support him. Finally, they reached the top, and Alex felt a sense of accomplishment.

From that day on, Alex started to look forward to their adventures. He was grateful for Leo's support and realized that he shouldn't let setbacks get him down. They continued to explore new hobbies and spend time together, strengthening their bond.

Leo was proud of the progress his brother had made. He knew that sometimes, all it takes is a little encouragement and support to help someone get back on their feet.

Leo had always _____________his older brother, Alex. They _____________, but Leo often felt like Alex_____________ him. One day, Alex _____________ his girlfriend and _____________ a terrible cold. Leo decided to _____________ his brother, helping him with his chores and bringing him soup.

As they spent more time together, Leo realized that Alex was struggling to_____________ his routine. He was _____________motivation and seemed to be _____________ his goals. Leo knew he had to do something. He suggested they _____________ some new hobbies, like painting or hiking. Alex was hesitant at first, but he eventually agreed.

As they spent more time outdoors, Alex started to feel better. He began to _____________ his funk and _____________his old self. Leo was proud of his brother and happy to see him smiling again.

One day, as they were hiking, they _____________ a steep cliff. Alex hesitated, but Leo encouraged him to keep going. "We can do this," Leo said. "Don't give up."

Alex took a deep breath and started climbing. He was struggling, but Leo was there to support him. Finally, they reached the top, and Alex felt a sense of accomplishment.

From that day on, Alex started to _____________ their adventures. He was grateful for Leo's support and realized that he shouldn't let setbacks _____________. They continued to explore new hobbies and spend time together, strengthening their bond.

Leo was proud of the progress his brother had made. He knew that sometimes, all it takes is a little encouragement and support to help someone _________ their feet.

Leo had always looked up to his older brother, Alex. They got along well, but Leo often felt like Alex looked down on him. One day, Alex broke up with his girlfriend and came down with a terrible cold. Leo decided to look out for his brother, helping him with his chores and bringing him soup.

As they spent more time together, Leo realized that Alex was struggling to get back into his routine. He was running out of motivation and seemed to be giving up on his goals. Leo knew he had to do something. He suggested they play around with some new hobbies, like painting or hiking. Alex was hesitant at first, but he eventually agreed.

As they spent more time outdoors, Alex started to feel better. He began to grow out of his funk and get back into his old self. Leo was proud of his brother and happy to see him smiling again.

One day, as they were hiking, they came up against a steep cliff. Alex hesitated, but Leo encouraged him to keep going. "We can do this," Leo said. "Don't give up."

Alex took a deep breath and started climbing. He was struggling, but Leo was there to support him. Finally, they reached the top, and Alex felt a sense of accomplishment.

From that day on, Alex started to look forward to their adventures. He was grateful for Leo's support and realized that he shouldn't let setbacks get him down. They continued to explore new hobbies and spend time together, strengthening their bond.

Leo was proud of the progress his brother had made. He knew that sometimes, all it takes is a little encouragement and support to help someone get back on their feet.

Kahoot: Three-word Verbs-Inseparable

This is a Kahoot game that I made using gap-fill sentences for three word phrasal verbs.  All the sentences come from p.151 and 152 of Impact 4.  However, I think this can be used independently for any teacher who is doing a lesson on phrasal verbs.

Quizlet: Three-word Verbs-Inseparable

This is a quizlet I made for three word phrasal verbs.  All the words and the definitions come from p.151 and 152 of Impact 4.  However, I think this can be used independently for any teacher who is doing a lesson on phrasal verbs.

Three Word Phrasal Verbs

 (TESOL Ideas and Worksheets Subdivisions)

* Quizlet: Three-word Verbs-Inseparable

* Kahoot: Three-word Verbs-Inseparable

* Model Text for Three Word Phrasal Verbs

* Phrasal Verbs: Grammar ESL Listening: slide 52 through slide 54; slide 155 through slide 177

Materials that include both 2 word and 3 word phrasal verbs:

* LINK: Making it up: Phrasal Verb Stories

* Phrasal Verbs Sorting Exercise

See also: Phrasal Verbs

Separable Phrasal Verbs.

Here is a Kahoot I made up for separable phrasal verbs: Separable Phrasal Verbs.

The sentences used in this Kahoot all come from the list of phrasal verbs and example sentences from Impact 3 and Impact 4.  (Both books use the same list).  But I believe this Kahoot could also stand on its own for any general lesson on phrasal verbs.

* Phrasal Verbs: Separable and Inseparable

* Phrasal Verbs: Inseparable

I've made up a couple of quizlet sets for studying phrasal verbs.

First, here is a set I made for the list of phrasal verbs in Impact 3: Phrasal Verbs: Separable and Inseparable

I took some of the separable verbs from Impact 3, and some of the inseparable.  There are a few words that are both separable and inseparable but with different meanings, so if you play any of the game modes, students will have to distinguish between the separable and inseparable meanings.  

e.g. calm down (inseparable): relax after being angry

calm down (separable): help relax

I made another set when I was teaching from Impact 4.  This list contains just the separable phrasal verbs.  (I originally intended to do both separable and inseparable, but the list was so long I just got halfway through the inseparable verbs, and then stopped.

That quizlet is here: Phrasal Verbs: Inseparable

I think the Impact 3 and Impact 4 books actually use the same list of phrasal verbs, so I could have re-used the same quizlet for both books.  I just forgot that I had already made up a quizlet, and so ended up making another one needlessly.  But now I've got them both made, so here they are.

I believe these quizlets can also stand as independent resources for any lesson on phrasal verbs in general.

* Making it up - Phrasal verb stories

* the text

In the previous post, I lamented that it was hard to get AI to make a good model text for phrasal verbs.
The British Council, however, does have a good model text on their website.  
Unfortunately it's not the same set of phrasal verbs that are covered in the textbook I'm using.  But it's a good text for introducing students to the concept of phrasal verbs in general.

The link is here: Making it up - Phrasal verb stories.  Click on that link for instructions on how to do the lesson.  The model text itself is here.

Phrasal Verbs: Model Text created by AI

(TESOL Worksheets--Phrasal Verbs, Using AI to create a model text for vocabulary)

Google: docs, pub

[Notes: I'm not 100% happy with this, but I want to save it here anyway.  I may come back and try to improve it at some point in the future.

I would be embarrassed to tell you how much time I wasted trying to get AI to create the perfect model text.  I had about 40 phrasal verbs from the Impact 3 textbook, and I wanted them all in the story, but none of the AIs I tried (Gemini, Poe, ChatGPT) were able to make a story that used all 40 phrasal verbs.  (I have previously praised AI as a great way to create model texts for vocabulary, but perhaps I should include a caveat.  It has its limits.  If you try to cram in too much vocabulary, the AI appears to just ignore most of the vocabulary.)  I also wanted the story to include both examples of separated  and unseparated phrasal verbs, but I couldn't get it to make examples with separated phrasal verbs.  Even after using multiple platforms, and changing the prompt several times.
All that being said, for all its faults, this model text is better than what I had before--which was nothing.  So I want to hang on to it, and possibly fix it up someday, and maybe even use it in the classroom.]

Once upon a time, in a magical forest, there lived a group of animal friends. There was Sammy the squirrel, Benny the bear, and Lila the rabbit. They loved to explore and go on adventures together.

One sunny morning, they decided to go on a picnic near the sparkling river. They knew they had to plan everything carefully, so they asked around the forest for suggestions on the best picnic spots. They came across a friendly owl who told them about a beautiful meadow with a breathtaking view.

Excited about their picnic, the friends got up early and started to get ready. They dressed up in their finest clothes and packed delicious treats for their adventure. Sammy brought nuts, Benny brought honey, and Lila baked carrot muffins.

As they made their way to the meadow, they came across a fallen tree blocking their path. They didn't want to give up on their picnic, so they decided to work together to break down the tree and clear the way. Benny used his strong paws, Lila used her sharp teeth, and Sammy used his nimble fingers. With their combined efforts, they successfully cleared the path and continued their journey.

When they arrived at the meadow, they were amazed by its beauty. The friends set up their picnic blankets and enjoyed their delicious food. They laughed, shared stories, and even engaged in a friendly game of tag.

After their meal, they decided to explore the meadow and its surroundings. They discovered a hidden trail that led to a magnificent waterfall. Excitedly, they climbed up the rocks and enjoyed the breathtaking view. They realized that their picnic adventure had turned into something even more special.

As the day went on, the sky started to darken, and the friends knew it was time to head back. They packed up their things and made their way home. On their journey, they encountered a small lost fox. The fox looked scared and worried, so the friends decided to help.

They asked the fox where it came from and found out that it had been separated from its family. The friends knew they could count on each other to help the fox find its way back. They decided to go ahead and guide the fox to its family.

After a long journey, they finally found the fox's family, and everyone cheered up in joy. The fox and its family were reunited, thanks to the kindness and determination of the animal friends.

As they said their goodbyes to the fox, the friends realized that their picnic adventure had become an incredible day filled with unexpected twists and turns. They learned that when they worked together, they could overcome any obstacle and make a difference in someone's life.

With their hearts filled with happiness and gratitude, the friends returned to their forest home. They knew that no matter what challenges they faced, they could always rely on each other and count on their friendship. And so, they fell asleep, looking forward to their next adventure, knowing that their bond would never fall apart.

 

Wheel of Names--Phrasal Verbs

This is a link to an online activity using phrasal verbs.  Students click on the wheel to spin it.  Then they have to make a sentence or story using the phrasal verb that comes up.  I used this in a lesson of mine for phrasal verbs, and it worked reasonably well.

Here is a Kahoot Quiz I found on phrasal verbs.  (original HERE and my duplicate here--create, play).

I used it in my own class as a controlled when teaching phrasal verbs, and it worked reasonably well. 

Phrasal Verbs: Grammar ESL Listening

(TESOL Materials--Grammar ESL Listening, Phrasal Verbs)

Youtube Video--Slideshow (slides, pub)

Crossword Puzzle for Phrasal Verbs

(TESOL Worksheets--Phrasal Verbs)
Questions: drive, Answers: drive--Made using Crossword Puzzle Maker

Phrasal Verb Cards for Pictionary

(TESOL Worksheets--Phrasal Verbs)
Google: docs, pub
[Note: Can also be used for charades or taboo.]

talk over	look into
figure out	apply to
think about	calm down
hold back	cheer up
look at	count on
turn out	build up
carry out	clean up
rely on	respond to
get on	drive off
come back	turn around

Doraemon PowerPoint Game Phrasal Verbs

(TESOL Worksheets--Phrasal Verbs)
Google: drive, slides, pub

[The PowerPoint game was designed by Kyle Ludeke.  The questions come from English Grammar in Use by Raymond Murphy Third Edition Unit 137 (p.274-275).  My only contribution has to transcribe the one onto the other]

Phrasal Verbs Sorting Exercise

(TESOL Worksheets--Phrasal Verbs)
Google: drive, docs, pub

Question and answer sheet (for sharing online)--Question: docs, pub ; answers: docs, pub
[This is a sorting exercise.  In the first sheet, students are given sentences and encouraged to try to sort the sentences into different groups.  Then the second sheet lists the phrasal verbs, and the different categories.  The third sheet is the answer sheet.]

All of these are sentences with phrasal verbs.  What are the differences between them?  See if you can sort these sentences into different groups.  (Incorrect sentences are written with a strike through.)

He decided to go out.

The waiter took away the plates.  The waiter took the plates away.

Our plans fell through.

I'm looking for Jane.  I'm looking Jane for.

She takes after her father.  She takes her father after.

Don't let the boss down.  Don't let down the boss.

I put up the picture. I put the picture up.

She stood up and walked out.

I put up my sister. I put my sister up.

She walked right out before I could apologize.

The fire went out.

She came across an old friend while she was out shopping.  She came an old friend across.

Please go away.

They're pulling that old building down.  They're pulling down that old building.

The marriage didn't work out.

Don't throw away the food.  Don't throw the food away.

I put off the meeting.  I put the meeting off.

I'm looking after the boys for you.  I'm looking the boys after for you.

I get along very well with my boss. I get along very well my boss with.

I'm looking forward to the party.  I'm looking forward the party to.

How can you put up with that noise?  How can you put up that noise with?

They ran across the park.  They ran the park across.

She came across the room.  She came the room across.

He never got over the death of his wife.  He never got the death of his wife over.

Sit down.

We drove past the park.  We drove the park past.

Phrasal Verbs

Now, put these words into the appropriate category.

come across, drive past,  fall through, get along with, get over, go away, go out, let down, look after, look for,  look forward to, pull down,  put off, put up, put up with, run across, sit down, stand up, take after, take away, throw away, walk out, work out

Verb + Particle (no object)

Verb+ Particle+ Object (separable)

Verb + Particle +Object (inseparable)

Verb + Particle + Particle (inseparable)

Answer Sheet

come across, drive past,  fall through, get along with, get over, go away, go out, let down, look after, look for,  look forward to, pull down,  put off, put up, put up with, run across, sit down, stand up, take after, take away, throw away, walk out, work out

Verb + Particle (no object)

(7) fall through, go away, sit down, stand up, walk out, work out,  go out

Verb+ Particle+ Object (separable)

(6) put up, take away, throw away, pull down, put off, let down

Verb + Particle +Object (inseparable)

(7) come across, look for, run across, drive past, look after, take after, get over

Verb + Particle + Particle (inseparable)

(3) get along with, look forward to, put up with