Phrasal Verb Board Game Challenge
Inquiry Framework
Question Framework
Driving Question
The overarching question that guides the entire project.How can we design a fun and engaging board game that teaches others how to master the many meanings of phrasal verbs in everyday English?Essential Questions
Supporting questions that break down major concepts.- How do phrasal verbs combine verbs and particles to create new meanings?
- What are the most common phrasal verbs used in everyday English?
- How can understanding phrasal verbs improve reading comprehension?
- In what different ways can phrasal verbs be used in sentences?
- How does the meaning of a phrasal verb change with different particles?
Standards & Learning Goals
Learning Goals
By the end of this project, students will be able to:- Understand the structure of phrasal verbs.
- Learn common phrasal verbs.
- Use phrasal verbs correctly in context.
- Improve reading comprehension through understanding phrasal verbs.
Entry Events
Events that will be used to introduce the project to studentsPhrasal Verb Escape Room
The classroom is transformed into an escape room where students must solve phrasal verb-related puzzles to 'break out'. Each correctly solved puzzle unveils a component of the board game they will eventually design, emphasizing the importance of understanding and using phrasal verbs effectively.Portfolio Activities
Portfolio Activities
These activities progressively build towards your learning goals, with each submission contributing to the student's final portfolio.Sentence Architect: Phrasal Verb Construction
Students practice using phrasal verbs in original sentences, focusing on correct grammar and context. This reinforces their understanding and application of phrasal verbs.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityA collection of 30 original sentences, showcasing the student's ability to use phrasal verbs correctly and creatively.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsAddresses the learning goal: 'Use phrasal verbs correctly in context.'Contextual Chameleon: Phrasal Verb in Reading
Students identify and interpret phrasal verbs within a provided text. They analyze how the phrasal verbs contribute to the overall meaning and comprehension of the text.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityAn annotated text with highlighted phrasal verbs and corresponding explanations of their meanings within the context.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsAddresses the learning goal: 'Improve reading comprehension through understanding phrasal verbs.'Game Mechanic Maestro: Phrasal Verb Game Design
Students brainstorm and design the core mechanics of their phrasal verb board game, focusing on how players will use and interact with phrasal verbs during gameplay. This is a crucial step before prototype creation.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityA detailed game design document outlining three core game mechanics and their integration of phrasal verbs.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsAddresses all learning goals, integrating understanding, usage, and application of phrasal verbs in a creative context.Rubric & Reflection
Portfolio Rubric
Grading criteria for assessing the overall project portfolioPhrasal Verb Portfolio Rubric
Sentence Architect: Phrasal Verb Construction
Assesses the student's ability to construct grammatically correct and contextually appropriate sentences using phrasal verbs.Accuracy & Grammar
Correct usage of phrasal verbs and adherence to grammatical rules.
Exemplary
4 PointsAll sentences demonstrate flawless grammar and accurate use of phrasal verbs in diverse contexts; showcases a sophisticated understanding of nuanced meanings.
Proficient
3 PointsMost sentences are grammatically correct and accurately use phrasal verbs, with only minor errors; demonstrates a strong understanding of common usages.
Developing
2 PointsSentences show several grammatical errors or inaccuracies in phrasal verb usage, limiting clarity; demonstrates a basic understanding of phrasal verbs but struggles with application.
Beginning
1 PointsSentences are riddled with grammatical errors and demonstrate a poor understanding of phrasal verb usage; struggles to create coherent sentences.
Contextual Application
Appropriateness and creativity of phrasal verb usage in different contexts.
Exemplary
4 PointsSentences creatively and effectively use phrasal verbs in varied contexts, demonstrating a deep understanding of their versatility.
Proficient
3 PointsSentences appropriately use phrasal verbs in different contexts, showcasing an understanding of how meaning changes with context.
Developing
2 PointsSentences show some attempt to vary context, but the usage of phrasal verbs may be repetitive or slightly out of place.
Beginning
1 PointsSentences lack contextual awareness, using phrasal verbs inappropriately or without regard for the intended meaning.
Contextual Chameleon: Phrasal Verb in Reading
Evaluates the student's ability to identify and interpret phrasal verbs within a given text, understanding their meaning in context.Identification & Highlighting
Accuracy in identifying and highlighting phrasal verbs within the provided text.
Exemplary
4 PointsAll phrasal verbs are accurately identified and highlighted, demonstrating excellent attention to detail and a comprehensive understanding.
Proficient
3 PointsMost phrasal verbs are correctly identified and highlighted, with only a few minor omissions or errors.
Developing
2 PointsSome phrasal verbs are identified, but there are several omissions or incorrect highlightings, indicating a partial understanding.
Beginning
1 PointsFew phrasal verbs are identified, with numerous omissions and inaccuracies, suggesting a limited understanding.
Contextual Explanation
Clarity and accuracy in explaining the meaning of phrasal verbs within the context of the sentences.
Exemplary
4 PointsExplanations are clear, concise, and accurately capture the nuances of each phrasal verb's meaning within the context; demonstrates a sophisticated understanding.
Proficient
3 PointsExplanations are generally accurate and provide a good understanding of the phrasal verbs' meaning in context.
Developing
2 PointsExplanations are vague or partially accurate, showing a limited understanding of the phrasal verbs' meaning in context.
Beginning
1 PointsExplanations are missing, incorrect, or demonstrate a significant misunderstanding of the phrasal verbs' meaning in context.
Game Mechanic Maestro: Phrasal Verb Game Design
Assesses the student's ability to design engaging and effective game mechanics that integrate phrasal verbs meaningfully.Game Mechanic Design
Creativity and feasibility of the chosen game mechanics.
Exemplary
4 PointsGame mechanics are highly creative, engaging, and effectively integrate phrasal verbs in a way that is both fun and educational; the design is well-thought-out and feasible.
Proficient
3 PointsGame mechanics are creative and integrate phrasal verbs effectively; the design is generally feasible and engaging.
Developing
2 PointsGame mechanics show some creativity but may not fully integrate phrasal verbs effectively; the design may have some feasibility issues.
Beginning
1 PointsGame mechanics are uninspired or do not effectively integrate phrasal verbs; the design is impractical or lacks clarity.
Explanation & Integration
Clarity and detail in explaining how each game mechanic will work and test players' knowledge of phrasal verbs.
Exemplary
4 PointsExplanations are exceptionally clear, detailed, and thoroughly explain how each mechanic effectively tests and reinforces players' knowledge of phrasal verbs; demonstrates a deep understanding of game design principles.
Proficient
3 PointsExplanations are clear and detailed, providing a good understanding of how each mechanic works and tests players' knowledge of phrasal verbs.
Developing
2 PointsExplanations are somewhat vague or lack detail, leaving some ambiguity about how each mechanic will work and test phrasal verb knowledge.
Beginning
1 PointsExplanations are unclear, incomplete, or fail to adequately explain how each mechanic integrates and tests knowledge of phrasal verbs.