Sentence Superstars: Discovering the 4 Types of Sentences!

English Language Arts Grades 1st Grade 8:16 Video
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Lesson Description

Learn about the four types of sentences: interrogative, exclamatory, declarative, and imperative! This lesson will help you identify and use each type like a sentence superstar!

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4 Types of Sentences for Kids

Homeschool Pop

Duration: 8:16
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Key Concepts

  • Interrogative sentences ask a question.
  • Exclamatory sentences show strong emotion.
  • Declarative sentences make a statement.
  • Imperative sentences give a command.

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to identify the four types of sentences (interrogative, exclamatory, declarative, and imperative).
  • Students will be able to provide examples of each type of sentence.
  • Students will be able to use the correct punctuation for each type of sentence.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Begin by introducing the concept that just like there are four seasons, there are also four types of sentences. Engage students by asking if they've ever wondered about the different ways we can write or speak.
  • Interrogative Sentences (10 mins)
    Explain that interrogative sentences ask questions. Use the Homeschool Pop song about interrogative sentences. Emphasize that these sentences always end with a question mark. Give examples like, 'What is your name?' and 'Do you like to read?' Have students create their own interrogative sentences.
  • Exclamatory Sentences (10 mins)
    Explain that exclamatory sentences show strong emotion like excitement, surprise, or even anger. Emphasize the use of exclamation points at the end of these sentences. Provide examples such as 'I'm so happy!' and 'That was amazing!' Have students share sentences that express different emotions.
  • Declarative Sentences (10 mins)
    Explain that declarative sentences make a statement or tell us something. Emphasize that these sentences end with a period. Provide examples such as 'The sky is blue.' and 'I like pizza.' Have students identify declarative sentences in simple stories.
  • Imperative Sentences (10 mins)
    Explain that imperative sentences give a command or tell someone to do something. Provide examples such as 'Clean your room.' and 'Please sit down.' Point out that they can end with either a period or an exclamation point depending on the strength of the command. Have students act out simple commands.
  • Review and Wrap-up (5 mins)
    Review all four types of sentences and their punctuation. Play a quick game where you say a sentence and students identify the type. Encourage students to use all four types of sentences in their writing.

Interactive Exercises

  • Sentence Sort
    Write different sentences on index cards, representing each of the four types. Have students sort the cards into labeled categories (Interrogative, Exclamatory, Declarative, Imperative).
  • Punctuation Practice
    Provide sentences without punctuation and have students add the correct end mark (period, question mark, or exclamation point) based on the type of sentence.

Discussion Questions

  • Can you think of a time you asked a question?
  • How do you show excitement when you talk?
  • What are some things you like to tell your friends?
  • What are some rules your parents tell you to follow?

Skills Developed

  • Sentence recognition
  • Punctuation usage
  • Creative writing
  • Active listening

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

Which sentence asks a question?

Correct Answer: What is your favorite color?

Question 2:

Which sentence shows strong feelings?

Correct Answer: Wow, that's amazing!

Question 3:

Which sentence tells you something?

Correct Answer: The cat is sleeping.

Question 4:

Which sentence tells you to do something?

Correct Answer: Eat your vegetables.

Question 5:

What kind of sentence ends with a question mark?

Correct Answer: Interrogative

Question 6:

What kind of sentence often ends with an exclamation point?

Correct Answer: Exclamatory

Question 7:

A declarative sentence ends with a...

Correct Answer: Period

Question 8:

An imperative sentence gives a...

Correct Answer: Command

Question 9:

Which of these is an exclamatory sentence?

Correct Answer: I love playing outside!

Question 10:

Which of these is a declarative sentence?

Correct Answer: My favorite food is pizza.

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

A sentence that asks a question is called an _________ sentence.

Correct Answer: interrogative

Question 2:

A sentence that shows strong feeling is called an _________ sentence.

Correct Answer: exclamatory

Question 3:

A sentence that tells you something is called a _________ sentence.

Correct Answer: declarative

Question 4:

A sentence that tells you to do something is called an _________ sentence.

Correct Answer: imperative

Question 5:

We put a _________ at the end of a question.

Correct Answer: question mark

Question 6:

We put an _________ at the end of a sentence that shows strong feeling.

Correct Answer: exclamation point

Question 7:

We put a _________ at the end of a sentence that tells you something.

Correct Answer: period

Question 8:

An imperative sentence gives a _________.

Correct Answer: command

Question 9:

"What is your name?" is an example of an _________ sentence.

Correct Answer: interrogative

Question 10:

"Close the door, please." is an example of an _________ sentence.

Correct Answer: imperative

Educational Standards

1.5.R.1:Students will recognize simple sentences. 1.5.W.1:Students will compose simple sentences that conclude with an end mark. 1.5.W.4:Students will use periods, question marks, and exclamation points. 1.1.L.1:Students will actively listen using agreed-upon discussion rules.

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