Understanding Verbs – An Easy Guide for Class 3

Learning verbs is essential for Class 3 ICSE students because verbs form the heart of every sentence. Without verbs, we cannot express actions, thoughts, or states of being. 

At this level, children begin to understand not just simple action words but also how verbs change according to number, tense, and use in a sentence. This blog explains verbs in a simple yet detailed way and provides challenging ICSE-style worksheets with answers to help students practise and strengthen their grammar skills.

What Are Verbs?

A verb is a word that shows action, being, or existence.

Examples:
run, jump, read, swim, is, am, are, was, were

Every sentence must have at least one verb.

Types of Verbs for Class 3 (ICSE-appropriate)

1. Action Verbs

These verbs show what a person, animal, or thing does.

Examples: dance, play, climb, draw

2. Being Verbs (Helping Verbs)

These verbs show the state of being.

Examples: is, am, are, was, were

3. Doing vs. Being Verbs (ICSE Focus)

ICSE Class 3 textbooks often stress the difference between action verbs and being verbs.

• I am happy. (being verb)
• I play football. (action verb)

4. Transitive and Intransitive Verbs (Advanced for Class 3 ICSE)

Though slightly advanced, ICSE introduces the idea through sentences.

Transitive Verb: Needs an object
Example: The boy kicked the ball.
Intransitive Verb: Does NOT need an object
Example: The boy laughed.

Worksheets on Verbs (Class 3 ICSE – Challenging)

Worksheet 1: Identify the Verbs

Underline the verbs in each sentence.

1. The peacock dances beautifully.
2. Riya is reading a storybook.
3. The children are swimming in the pool.
4. My father drove the car carefully.
5. The baby slept peacefully.

Worksheet 2: Being or Doing Verb?

Write Being or Doing beside each sentence.

1. The flowers are bright.
2. The dog barked loudly.
3. I am excited for the trip.
4. The students wrote their notes.
5. The sky was cloudy.

Worksheet 3: Transitive or Intransitive Verbs

Write T for Transitive and I for Intransitive.

1. The tiger chased the deer.
2. The old man laughed.
3. The teacher praised the class.
4. The lamp fell suddenly.
5. The girl painted a beautiful picture.

Worksheet 4: Fill in the Blanks with Correct Verb Forms

Choose the correct verb from the brackets.

1. The boat ___ across the river. (sails / sail)
2. We ___ tired after the long walk. (were / are)
3. My sisters ___ every evening. (dance / dances)
4. The lion ___ loudly. (roar / roars)
5. I ___ proud of my work. (am / is)

Worksheet 5: Rewrite the Sentences Using the Correct Verb

1. He go to school every day.
2. The birds was flying in the sky.
3. She write neatly.
4. They is playing cricket.
5. Anita were happy with her gift.

Answers

Worksheet 1 Answers

1. dances
2. is reading
3. are swimming
4. drove
5. slept

Worksheet 2 Answers

1. Being
2. Doing
3. Being
4. Doing
5. Being

Worksheet 3 Answers

1. T
2. I
3. T
4. I
5. T

Worksheet 4 Answers

1. sails
2. were
3. dance
4. roars
5. am

Worksheet 5 Answers

1. He goes to school every day.
2. The birds were flying in the sky.
3. She writes neatly.
4. They are playing cricket.
5. Anita was happy with her gift.

Worksheets make learning verbs exciting and interactive. Children can spot verbs in sentences, match actions to pictures, complete “fill in the verb” activities, and practice changing verbs according to the subject. These exercises help them understand how verbs work in everyday communication.

With regular practice, students become confident in identifying and using verbs. This builds strong grammar skills and improves both their writing and speaking abilities.

🚀 Make grammar fun and active! Download Verbs Worksheets for Class 3 and help children master action words through simple and engaging activities.