Expert TPRS/CI teacher Terry Waltz drew on her experience as a professional interpreter to boil storytelling down to its essence. The verbs on this poster express the seven basic concepts needed to tell a story: location, existence, possession, identity, preference, motion, and volition—shown here in the first person present tense. Focus on these early and often to get students comprehending simple stories in no time. 13 x 38 inches. Laminated.

• BUILD PROFICIENCY FAST: Seven high-frequency verbs lay the foundation for meaningful communication early in students’ language journey.

• BOOST STUDENTS’ CONFIDENCE: Super 7 verbs make it easy for students to comprehend and use simple French from day one.

• CREATE COMPELLING STORIES: Give students the seven basic concepts needed to tell a story: action, existence, possession, identity, preference, motion, and volition.

• PRIORITIZE STUDENT-CENTERED DISCUSSION: First person forms of high-frequency verbs give students the words they need to talk about themselves and their experiences.

• DESIGNED TO LAST: The poster comes fully laminated to withstand years of classroom redecorating and student use.

• THE BEST FIT: At 13 x 38 inches, this poster is large enough to grab students’ attention but thin enough to fit anywhere in your classroom.

• FILLED WITH COLOR AND CONTENT: The vivid design catches students’ eyes while high-frequency verbs increase student comprehension.

About the Author

Terry Waltz, Ph.D, is a leading international TPRS/Comprehensible Input trainer and author of books and games for new readers of Chinese and Spanish.