Parts of Speech Mini-Unit

This post breaks down EXACTLY how to introduce or review the parts of speech in middle school. Including parts of speech worksheets, doodle notes, and more. Want to skip all the mumbo jumbo and grab the lessons? Click here to access the free mini-unit and more!

Parts of Speech Mini-Lesson

I am a massive fan of using PowerPoint or Google Slides with my students when I introduce a new concept, parts of speech included. It is an excellent resource for me, and I’m really good at using it to guide my lessons, not just reading off the screen.

I use a mini-lesson to introduce each different parts of speech to the students. I include the following topics: noun, pronoun, adjective, adverb, verb, conjunctions, interjections, and prepositions. The mini-lesson includes a definition and an example: nothing fancy and zero fluff. The fluff is just a distraction, and ain’t nobody got time for that.

I keep the students engaged with my, not so SECRET weapon, Doodle Notes. Keep reading to learn all about the doodle notes.

Introduce the Parts of Speech with Doodle Notes

The best way to review parts of speech (or anything for that matter) is Doodle Notes.

Doodle Notes are a unique visual note taking method with built-in features that increase focus and memory by taking advantage of a collection of brain research, including Dual Coding Theory.

I try to include them in just about anything that I am introducing to my middle schoolers. This is because 6th graders LOVE them, and it helps them retain the information they are learning.

In addition, Doodle Notes are one of the best grammar resources I use in my classroom. You can learn more about Doodle Notes and the brain benefits here.

The doodle notes align with the mini lesson and include three different versions, which allow for differentiation. You can grab the Doodle Notes and mini lesson for FREE here.

Review With An Activity

Grammar activities are a great way to gain student buy-in. Students love playing games, and it shows them that grammar doesn’t suck. Traditional games like BINGO AND Jeopardy are fun, but it doesn’t have to be complicated.

In this free lesson, to review the parts of speech, the students create comic strips containing specific parts of speech. It’s a great activity that allows them to be creative while also practicing those skills.

Now you know precisely how I review the part of speech with my middle schoolers in my classroom. You can grab the exact same lesson here!