Contextualization

The Portuguese language, like many other languages, is made up of various elements that intertwine to form what we call discourse. Among these elements, verbs stand out as a fundamental component. Verbs are not just words, they are the actions, states, and phenomena expressed in language. They are responsible for giving dynamism to our sentences and indicating the time when a certain action occurs.

There are three main verb tenses in Portuguese: present, past, and future. Each of these verb tenses communicates when an action, a state, or a phenomenon is occurring. For example, in "Eu estudo português" (I study Portuguese), the verb "estudo" (study) indicates that the action of studying is happening in the present. In "Eu estudei português" (I studied Portuguese), the action of studying happened in the past. And finally, in "Eu estudarei português" (I will study Portuguese), the action of studying will happen in the future.

When we speak, write, or read, we use verbs to help convey our ideas and feelings. They are important in everyday communication, whether at school, work, or home. But beyond that, verbs are essential for the literary and creative exploration of language. They bring stories, poems, songs, and many other textual genres to life.

Understanding what a verb is and how to use it correctly is an essential skill for communicating clearly and understanding texts and speeches. In this project, you will learn to identify and use verbs in the present, past, and future, to flex them correctly, and to understand verbal agreement. These are skills you will use for a lifetime!

To delve deeper into the subject before starting the project, I suggest the following resources:

• Toda Matéria: Verbs
• Só Português: Verbs
• YouTube: Verbs - Music with Professor Noslen
• Khan Academy: Verbal Agreement

Practical Activity: The Theater of Verbs

Project Objective

The objective of this project is to deepen students' knowledge of verb tenses (present, past, and future) and verbal agreement through the creation of a group theatrical play.

Detailed Project Description

Students will be divided into groups of 3 to 5 members. Each group will be tasked with creating a short theatrical play that uses and emphasizes verb tenses. The play should have a free theme, but one that clearly allows the use of the three verb tenses (past, present, and future) and demonstrates correct verbal agreement.

Required Materials

• Papers and pens for script creation
• Materials for creating scenery and costumes, according to the group's creativity (optional)
• Camera for recording the play (can be a smartphone)

Step-by-Step for Activity Completion

1. Group Formation and Theme Selection: Students will be divided into groups and choose a theme for their theatrical play.
2. Script Creation: The group must create a script for the play that clearly uses verb tenses (past, present, and future) and correct verbal agreement. The script should be created collaboratively, promoting discussion and consensus among group members.
3. Rehearsal and Recording of the Play: Students must rehearse the play based on the script and then record it. It is relevant to seek basic technical filming care, such as good lighting and clear audio.
4. Work Analysis and Report Elaboration: After the completion of the theatrical play, students must analyze their own work and elaborate a report with the following parts: Introduction, Development, Conclusions, and Bibliography used.

Project Deliverables

The project's outcome will be the production of the theatrical play and the elaboration of a report on the work process.

1. Theatrical Play: The recording of the theatrical play, lasting approximately 10 to 15 minutes, must clearly show the use of the three verb tenses (past, present, and future) and correct verbal agreement.

2. Report: The report must be written in formal language and contain:

   • Introduction: With a brief context on the importance of verbs and the relevance of the project in your learning.
   • Development: With the theory of verb usage and a detailed description of the theatrical play's elaboration process, from group formation and theme selection to script creation and play recording.
   • Conclusion: With the learnings obtained, the difficulties encountered and overcome, and the conclusions about the work done.
   • Bibliography: With detailed information on the study and consultation sources used during the project.

The report elaboration must be done individually, however, each group member must discuss their conclusions and learnings with the other members.