Adverbs

Lesson Plan - Get It!

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Think about action words, also called verbs. They tell us what someone or something does—like run, jump, or play.

But sometimes, just naming the action isn’t enough.

• What if you want to explain how someone does something?

That’s where adverbs come in!

Adverbs are like the superheroes of description. They add details to verbs, explaining how, when, or how often something happens.

Here are some examples.

Spencer runs swiftly.

The check-out line moves slowly.

She sings beautifully.

Most of the words in Spencer’s poem are adverbs.

• Did you notice how many of them end in -ly?

While not all adverbs end that way, many do, making them easy to spot!

How to Spot an Adverb

Adverbs can do three things.

1. Describe how something is done.

She dances gracefully.

2. Tell when something happens.

We’ll leave soon.

3. Explain how often something happens.

He always eats pancakes on Sundays.

Adverbs don’t just work with verbs! They can also describe adjectives or other adverbs.

Adverbs Modifying Adjectives: That cake is incredibly delicious.

Adverbs Modifying other Adverbs: She ran very quickly to catch the bus.

Comparing with Adverbs

Adverbs can also show comparisons.

Grandma bakes cookies more deliciously than anyone else.

Of all the runners, Spencer ran the most energetically.

In these examples, the adverbs more and most help compare actions.

Adverbs are all around you, making your writing more vivid and expressive.

Now, dive into a fun video to see them in action. Get ready for a catchy tune that’ll stick with you all day!

Video Activity

While watching, write down examples of adverbs you hear and how they’re used.

Once you’ve soaked in all that adverb knowledge, head to the Got It? section to put your skills to the test!