Use of the Simple Past: Was/Were and There Was/There Were - Literacy

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⚠️ This material is an adapted activity with questions (it is not a complete theoretical workbook on the topic).

Number of questions in the activity:
5 adapted activities + complete answer key, involving the use of the Simple Past (was/were), structures there was / there were, subject–verb association, sentence identification, and application in simple contexts.

Target Audience:
Students in the literacy process, Elementary School (Early and Middle Years), Youth and Adult Education (EJA), and Specialized Educational Support (AEE).
Especially recommended for students with Intellectual Disabilities (mild to moderate), ASD, ADHD, Dyslexia, Down Syndrome, and difficulties in learning English.

Format:
Color printable PDF with visual explanation (use of WAS/WERE), interactive activities (kick, circle, match), simple language, and answer key included.

Important for the teacher:
This material was developed as a practical activity with questions and can be used as:
✔ content introduction
✔ guided practice
✔ adapted assessment

Key Features:

✅ Clear and visual explanation of WAS and WERE (organized by pronouns).
✅ Functional introduction of THERE WAS / THERE WERE (singular and plural).
✅ Use of playful activities (e.g., “kick the ball”) that increase engagement.
✅ Uppercase language and simple commands, supporting early reading.
✅ Varied activities: fill in, match, circle, and choose.
✅ Repetitive and predictable structure (ideal for students with ASD).
✅ Reduced cognitive load with focus on direct association.
✅ Integrates language with action (movement and interaction).
✅ Can be used in regular classrooms, AEE, or individual support.
✅ Ready-to-use adapted assessment.
✅ Saves 7h48min of teacher planning time.