GERUNDS AND INFINITIVES – Learning Resource Pack

This resource includes a board with 30 numbered squares and 30 cards, each containing a sentence with a gap to be completed using the gerund or to‑infinitive form of the verb in brackets. The verbs featured on the cards are: remember, forget, regret, try, stop, mean, go on, and need. A link is also provided to access the interactive version of the game for use with electronic devices. The game can be played in two ways: Traditional board game: Students take turns to roll a dice and move their counters along the board. They then select a card and complete the sentence using the gerund or to‑infinitive form of the verb in brackets. Adapted version: This version requires ice lolly sticks, permanent markers or stickers to write numbers and words, a timer, and a container such as a pencil pot, glass, cup, or small bucket. First, write the numbers and words on the sticks (or cut and attach the words). Place all the sticks in the container. The game can be played in pairs or teams. Each student takes a turn to draw a stick from the pot and either say the word or construct a sentence corresponding to that number. To make the game more engaging, certain special sticks can be added: Boom – The student must return all sticks they have collected to the pot. Super Boom – Both teams return all sticks to the pot and the game starts again. Steal 1 – The student takes a stick from the opposing team. Exchange – Both teams swap one stick each. Bonus – The team keeps the stick and may draw another to play again. Miss a turn – The team loses their next turn. The winner is the player or team who has collected the most sticks when time runs out. For an extra challenge, the points on the numbered sticks can be added, with the team scoring the highest total declared the winner.

Klassenstufen: 9-10. Klasse

The aim of this board game is to complete 40 sentences with gaps by using the gerund or infinitive form of the verbs in brackets. The set includes a printable board with 40 squares and 40 cards, each featuring a sentence with a gap to be filled with the correct verb form. A dice and counters are required to play. Students take turns to roll the dice and move their counters along the board, then select a card and complete the sentence. Although the game is designed to practise speaking, students may also complete the sentences in writing. The first player to reach square 40 wins. A link is also provided to access the interactive version of the game.

Klassenstufen: 8-9. Klasse

This worksheet features 30 sentences to be rephrased using the word given in capital letters, with no more than five words.A link is also provided to access an interactive presentation with the sentences and their answers.

Klassenstufen: 8-9. Klasse

This resource includes a chart with a brief explanation of verbs that can be followed by either the gerund or the to‑infinitive, depending on the meaning. The verbs covered are: remember, forget, regret, try, stop, mean, go on and need. In addition, there is a worksheet containing 30 sentences with gaps, to be completed with the correct form of the verb in brackets.        

Klassenstufen: 8-9. Klasse